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A recent analysis has brought renewed attention to the amount of salt consumed by adults in the United Kingdom, revealing ...

Low-sodium soy sauce, soup and snacks dominate supermarket shelves, so it seems pretty obvious that a lot of Americans are aware that they need to lower their sodium intake. But to what extent is it ...

The average American consumes about 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day — well above the recommended limit of 2,300 mg daily. (Getty Images) Americans have a salt problem, consuming much more than the ...

Share on Pinterest High salt consumption can contribute to type 2 diabetes, a study suggests. J. Anthony/Stocksy People who add table salt to their food are at a higher risk of developing type 2 ...

Share on Pinterest A new study finds high amounts of dietary sodium are linked to worse eczema symptoms. urbazon/Getty Images A recent study investigates whether sodium intake might influence atopic ...

People at risk for developing type 2 diabetes are usually advised to limit their sugar intake and adopt healthier lifestyle practices. New research from Tulane University suggests that high salt ...