I'm a runner, if I drink a lot of water can I take in more sodium than recommended?

Question

Based on my current activity level I need to take in about 2700 calories to maintain my weight, (5'3 110 pounds) 15 years old. Like every food has sodium in it, in that case can I flush sodium out with more water and up my sodium intake?

Answer 1

Water won't flush sodium. Eat lots of food with potassium as potassium is considering the 'anti-dote' for sodium. Food with potassium include bananas and potatoes. I would try to decrease my sodium slightly and increase the intake of potassium; also get a multi-vitamin if you don't take one already.

Answer 2

the more active you are the more water and sodium you will have take you can take salt pill to replenish your electrolytes. It helps will muscle cramping