5 ways excessive salt intake can impact your health

Salt can creep into your diet in many ways from packaged food to pickles. Too much sodium can raise risk of blood pressure, heart disease and kidney issues. ...read more

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Dr Namita Nadar, Head - Dietetics, Fortis Hospital Noida says excess salt can cause fluid retention, leach calcium from bones, burder kidneys and cause heart issues. Dr Nadar says it's important to moderate your salt intake.(Pixabay)

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High blood pressure: Consuming too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. (Unsplash)

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Cardiovascular issues: Excess salt can strain the heart and blood vessels, contributing to atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and other cardiovascular issues.(Unsplash)

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Kidney function: High salt intake can burden the kidneys, potentially leading to reduced kidney function and an increased risk of kidney stones.(Shutterstock)

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Fluid retention: Salt causes the body to retain water, leading to bloating and swelling, particularly in the hands, feet, and ankles.(Shutterstock)

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Osteoporosis: Salt can leach calcium from bones, potentially weakening them over time and increasing the risk of osteoporosis. (Freepik)

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Moderating salt intake is crucial for maintaining overall health and preventing these potential negative effects.(Shutterstock)