Warning Signs of Consuming Too Much Salt That Most People Ignore

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Salt is something most of us use to season our food on a daily basis. Moderation has been suggested and many fret about the amounts they consume. Table salt contains 40% sodium and 60% percent chloride, which means each teaspoon of salt provides about 2,000 milligrams of sodium.

It is recommended to consume no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium a day which is about slightly more than one teaspoon of salt. However, the average consumption of salt is at least twice the recommended daily intake. Excess salt can lead to long-term health effects.

6Osteoporosis

Diet and digestion play an essential role in preventing and healing osteoporosis.

Excess salt increases calcium loss in the urine, where some of it is taken from the bones. Urine flushing out the excess calcium has been linked to osteoporosis due to bone thinning.