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Can Drinking Too Much Coffee Cause Low Sodium Levels?

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While moderate coffee consumption is generally safe, excessive intake can potentially affect your electrolyte balance and lead to a condition known as hyponatremia, or low sodium levels. Caffeine acts as a diuretic and natriuretic, increasing the excretion of water and sodium from the body. This effect, especially when combined with other factors, can contribute to significant sodium depletion and low sodium levels.