Salt, scientifically known as sodium chloride, plays a pivotal role in flavouring our meals and preserving food. However, as per insights from the Harvard School of Public Health's The Nutrition ...

Although the goal for salt restriction is <6 g/day for hypertension, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and heart disease, only a limited number of patients can achieve the salt restriction goal [1, 2].

Lowering salt in everyday foods could quietly save lives. Researchers found that modest sodium reductions in bread, packaged foods, and takeout meals could significantly reduce heart disease and ...