Why High Salt Consumption Alone Will Not Increase Your Heart Disease Risk

  

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You Need Salt, But Make Sure It’s the Right Kind

Salt provides two elements – sodium and chloride – that are essential for life. Your body cannot make these elements on its own, so you must get them from your diet. Some of the many biological processes for which natural salt is crucial include:'

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Deceptions in the Food Industry: Low-Sodium and No Salt Added

'As we continue in the Deceptions in The Food Industry series, today we’re talking about salt. Has your doctor advised you to lower your salt intake for your health? If so, there are a few things you ought to know about processed foods in the stores, many of which claim to be healthier because the label reads “low-sodium” or “no salt added”.

Salt is not what you think it is'


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