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Is Low Sodium Levels A Cause Of Concern?

My doctor informed me today that my sodium level is 131. He did not however suggest any plan or suppliment that I can take to correct this? I am a 50 year old male in relatively good health. Do suffer from IBS and high triglyceride levels (346). Should I be concerned about the low sodium level ?
Mon, 22 Dec 2014
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Dentist 's  Response
well low sodium levels can keep u unhealthy mentally.it could lead to mental confusion,disorientation.you could incorporate more of common salt in your diet..you need not worry much,it can be brought to normal levels .
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Diabetologist Dr. Niranjan G's  Response
Dear friend .. Greetings from HCM.. I have read your query and I understand that your sodium level is bit low than the normal reference range.. But you need not worry each lab will have different reference ranges .. Find out the ref range for that particular lab .. And even then its very minimal difference .. Need not worry ... U take salt intake as usual daily you are consuming .. It will be alright .. Take enough intake of fluids .. And do exercise as your triglycerides are very high .. Cut down the carbohydrates and take more of proteins and fiber rich diet like green leafy vegetables, it's, whole grain s and fruits .. You will be alright .. Check your fasting glucose and HbA1c levels too and later you contact us .. Thank you take care
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Is Low Sodium Levels A Cause Of Concern?

well low sodium levels can keep u unhealthy mentally.it could lead to mental confusion,disorientation.you could incorporate more of common salt in your diet..you need not worry much,it can be brought to normal levels .