On second thought, maybe don't pass the salt. The practice is associated with a lower life span and a higher risk for early death, according to a new study.
Adding salt to your meal at the table is associated with a lower life span and a higher risk for early death, according to a new study.
People are also reading… The American Heart Association recommends adults consume no more than 2,300 milligrams of salt per day — but notes the"ideal limit" is 1,500 milligrams per day. Consuming too much salt can raise blood pressure, which in turn can cause heart disease, stroke and kidney disease, the heart association said.
"More evidence, especially those from clinical trials, is needed before the public takes any action," he said."However, our findings are in line with the previous studies which consistently show that high sodium intakes are adversely related to various health outcomes such as hypertension and cardiovascular diseases."
One of the main culprits of high levels of sodium in our diets? Manufactured foods, which often use salt for flavor, texture, color and preservation. More than 70% of the sodium Americans eat comes from what has been added by the food industry to products later purchased in stores or restaurants, according to the US Food and Drug Administration.
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