How is sodium a contributory factor in hypertension?
A) It causes fluids to move too quickly to the kidneys, which puts extra pressure on the blood vessels.
B) It acts as a diuretic and causes a loss of body fluids.
C) An increased intake of sodium causes fluid shifts in the body, which puts extra pressure on the blood vessels.
D) An increase of sodium dilates blood vessels.
C
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