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Hypernatremia is when there's too much sodium and not enough water in your blood. Sodium is one of the electrolytes in your body, found mostly in your blood. It's important for many body functions.

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Salt is a good source of sodium, an essential mineral for the body. However, if a person consumes too much salt, they may be at risk of certain health conditions, including heart failure and stroke.

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