Why do I feel better when I eat sodium? The link between cravings and nutrition
                                
                                
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                                While the average person in the U.S. consumes far more sodium than recommended daily, some individuals experience a notable improvement in symptoms, and wonder, "Why do I feel better when I eat sodium?" The feeling often signals that your body is correcting an imbalance related to dehydration, stress, or other physiological factors.