Consumption of a diet high in salt by a healthy individual will

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Consumption of a diet high in salt by a healthy individual will increase urinary excretion of sodium. This is because excess dietary sodium is filtered by the kidneys and excreted in the urine to maintain sodium balance in the body. Option A is incorrect because with a healthy kidney, they are able to filter and excrete excess sodium without damage. Option B is incorrect because edema is caused by excess fluid accumulation, not sodium. Option C is incorrect because fecal excretion of sodium is minimal compared to renal excretion.

Consumption of a Diet High in Salt by a Healthy