A crystalline substance that gives seawater its characteristic taste and is used for seasoning or preserving food. NOT limited to table salt (NaCl)
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Minimum Salt Intake
I am researching salt intake for the elderly.
According to WebMd (http://www.m.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20100624/90-percent-in-us-get-too-much-salt-5-foods-blamed)
Americans on average should get a maximum of 1500mg sodium = .75 teaspoon…
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Effects of eating too much salt
I have been reading up on the effects of eating too much salt as I have literally been addicted to salt. I found out few side effects and it all matches up with my body. For example:
High blood pressure
Facial bloating
Frequent urge to…
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Is there evidence that Himalayan Crystal Salt is more healthy than other salts?
Many websites such as Mercola claim that Himalayan Crystal Salt provide many health benefits over regular sea salt.
Is there evidence to back up those claims, that it's healthier?
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Are all salts equally bad for you?
We hear about salt being bad for us (sodium chloride). But there are many other salts which may be consumed in large quantities on a daily basis, e.g. pharmaceuticals.
Is it specifically sodium chloride that's the culprit or any chemical salt?
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How long of no salt diet before sodium levels return to normal and water retention stops decreasing?
Adult male, 47, 77 kilos, 169 cm
I lost about 2 kilos in about 15 days from a daily 1500 calories healthy diet of fruits, veggies, lean meats, lots of water and no processed foods. I run 10 km a day and swim 20 minutes on off days.
That sounds too…
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How is table salt different from Neti-Pot salt?
I purchased a neti-pot, which came with salt packets: how is this salt different from table salt? Any reference or support is always appreciated
UPDATE: My Bayer HyrdraSense Nasal Rinse Kit salt packets contain MgCl NaCl, CaCl Na-Bicarbonate KCl.…
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