Having a "high normal" serum sodium level in midlife, which reflects less than optimal fluid intake, is associated with an increased risk for left ventricular hypertrophy — a heart failure (HF) ...

RAMAT-GAN, Israel — Your blood test results might be “normal,” but still put you at risk for serious heart problems. A major international study found that people with serum sodium levels at the upper ...

Hypochloremia is when you have a low level of chloride in your blood. This could be due to a wide variety of conditions. You get most of your chloride in the form of sodium chloride, or salt, in the ...

Chronic heavy drinking is known to elevate blood pressure. Sodium sensitivity also tends to raise blood pressure. New research indicates that withdrawal from heavy drinking may derange sodium ...

The effects of stress vary from person to person. Sodium, an essential nutrient, helps your body function by maintaining blood pressure and fluid levels, as well as supporting your muscles and nerves.