Dissolving the Mysteries of Salt The body needs a small amount of sodium to work properly. But consuming too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure, which is bad for the heart, brain and kidneys.
Q:I have been on a diet and have lost 25 pounds. My hair has recently been thinning and falling out. This didn't happen gradually; it was a dramatic change. Could it have been caused by a vitamin or biotin deficiency?