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Consider how different foods affect water and salt balance, and how the excretory system must respond to maintain homeostasis.

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The balance of water and s.odium is critical to the health of the body. Kidneys regulate the volume of water and sodium along with other electrolytes. If the body has excess water, kidneys increase the urinary output to maintaice balance . Similarly ,sodium balance is also important and during dehydration body must conserve water and excrete sodium to prevent sodium concentration from improving. Though body can respond apply to varying levels of sodium, it is essential that sodium intake is limited in daily diet.
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