Anthea Levi is a registered dietitian (RD) and reporter with more than 6 years of experience writing for major health outlets including Health magazine, BuzzFeed, Eat This, Not That!, and Livestrong.

A low sodium diet limits high sodium foods and drinks, and it is often recommended for high blood pressure or heart disease. The ideal daily value is generally less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day.

Eating excess sugar does not cause diabetes but salt might do just the same. How? Well, the salt you consume (table salt) is composed of 40% sodium and 60% chloride. When consume excess sodium, your ...

The average American eats five or more teaspoons of salt daily—about 20 times more than the 1/4 teaspoon your body actually needs. I used to be one of those people dumping salt on everything, until I ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Home-delivered, low-sodium groceries improved BP among residents living in a food desert. The improvements were ...

Too much sodium can raise blood pressure and strain the heart and kidneys. Nature’s Bakery Fig Bars are low in sodium and high in heart-healthy fiber. Check labels for hidden sodium and choose snacks ...

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