Dangerously low sodium levels can kill! Medications for hypertension, heartburn and depression can cause drug-induced hyponatremia. Beware!
A low-sodium diet has long been recommended to help control blood pressure, but there may be dangers in reducing salt too rigorously.
Athletes who strive to consume water even though they are not thirsty could do harm by diluting the sodium in their bodies.
Restricting salt intake severely can lead to negative health consequences.