Sodium also is present as an extracellular constituent and maintains the osmotic pressure and maintains the osmotic pressure of the extracellular fluid. The sodium content of the body is 1.4 kg.
There are no established dosage requirements for sodium. The human body requires approximately 0.5 g/day of sodium for the maintenance of fluid homeostasis and cell function.
The intake of too little or too much sodium can result in serious disorders. High levels of sodium in the body are associated with high blood pressure and hypertension.
The average intake range in Australia and New Zealand has been set at 460 – 920 mg/day for adults.
Sodium requirements for human body
