Sodium is everywhere, in foods you might not expect. On a Friday night, Chinese takeout and maybe some popcorn as you watch the latest new release might sound great. Before you enjoy a few salty ...

You already know salty foods can raise blood pressure — but dermatologists warn that excess sodium can also make your skin ...

Most people have a love-hate relationship with salt (aka sodium). It tastes great, and sodium is needed to help our bodies function properly. However, too much sodium over time can lead to serious ...

The average American eats nearly 50% more sodium than recommended, raising long-term health risks. Here's how to cut back without sacrificing flavor. Faith Foushee CNET Contributor Faith Foushee is a ...

If you have heart disease, this is a reminder to cut down on your sodium. A study found that a majority of people with heart disease are consuming twice the recommended daily amount. “Every patient ...

Claudann Jones Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Claudann Jones Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service The American Heart Association recommends no more than 2,300 milligrams a day of sodium and ...

Cutting back on your salt intake is often easier said than done. Even when you’ve ditched the saltshaker, sodium can still sneak into your diet in a variety of ways, from canned foods to deli meats ...

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We know that a diet with a lot of sodium is a contributing factor to cardiovascular disease, but new research is saying that's not the only reason we should cut back on how much salt we are eating.

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On Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services are set to release the seventh edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, designed to give Americans ...