Shaking the Habit: Why It's Time to Cut Back on Salt Additives

While salt is essential for our bodies in small amounts, too much—especially from processed and packaged foods—can pose serious health risks. Many common foods...

While salt is essential for our bodies in small amounts, too much—especially from processed and packaged foods—can pose serious health risks. Many common foods are loaded with salt additives and hidden sodium, which can increase blood pressure, strain the heart, and raise the risk of stroke, heart disease, and kidney issues over time. Even if you don’t add much salt at the table, you may still be consuming more than you realize through sauces, soups, frozen meals, canned goods, and snacks.One of...