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Excessive salt intake: Understanding health consequences

Our body requires only a moderate amount of salt for optimal metabolic functions and organ performance. Let's explore the health problems caused by excessive salt intake.

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High blood pressure

Excessive salt intake can increase the risk of high blood pressure. 

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Kidney health may deteriorate

The kidneys filter excess salt and fluid from the blood. High salt intake makes the kidneys work harder.

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Bone health

High salt levels in the body can lead to increased calcium loss through urine, affecting bone health.

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Heart health

Excessive salt intake can raise blood pressure and affect heart health.

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Skin problems

The sodium in excessive amounts of salt can also cause skin problems.

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Daily salt intake?

According to WHO, daily salt intake should be less than 2 grams.

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Note:

Change your diet only after consulting a health expert or nutritionist.

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