Too less does not mean “just right”. Insufficient sodium amount can lead to a condition called hyponatremia. Here the sodium level in the blood is abnormally low. This can be due to:
- Consuming large amounts of water
- Prolonged vomiting or diarrhea
- Use of some diuretics (medications that increase the water content)
- Some kidney diseases
Symptoms of hyponatremia include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headache
- Confusion
- Loss of energy, drowsiness, and fatigue
- Restlessness and irritability
- Muscle weakness, spasms or cramps
- Seizures
- Coma