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Salt

Salt

A normal level of salt in your body is necessary for good health. However, a higher level of salt in your blood increases your blood pressure.

If you add salt to your food, or eat salty foods, reduce or stop completely. There is a wonderful world of spices and flavors that can take the place of salt and make your tongue and tummy happy.

Salt - Videos

Why is too much salt bad for you? Good intro. (opens in a new tab)

What happens if your salt intake is too high? (opens in a new tab)

The uncomfortable truths about Salt. (opens in a new tab)
There are videos that say Salt does not influence blood pressure. If you have listened to these, then hear this explanation to counter that opinion. (Very medical)

Salt - Resources

Salt - Online Support Groups

Kidney-Friendly, Plant-Based Recipes & Nutrition.
As salt has a large effect on the kidneys, here is a group that has common goals.

Low in salt, high in taste!

Hacking Salt - The Low Sodium Community.

The Barbershop Blood Pressure program is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website and/or seen, heard, or read in any of the links from this website.