Manufacturers often add salt to processed foods in order to prolong shelf life.

Small, almost unnoticeable reductions in salt hidden in everyday foods may have a massive impact on heart health and ...

Some new studies tell us exactly how much we need to cut back on sodium to prevent all kinds of issues. Cutting back on salt ...

Lowering sodium in packaged and prepared foods could significantly improve cardiovascular health and prevent many cases of ...

Reducing daily salt intake via manufacturing restrictions could significantly improve population-level blood pressure, ...

Tiny cuts in hidden salt could quietly prevent tens of thousands of heart attacks and strokes—no diet overhaul required.

It’s no secret that most people eat too much sodium per day. Learn more about the recommended amounts of sodium per day for children and adults.

“If U.K. food companies had fully met the 2024 salt reduction targets, the resulting drop in salt intake across the ...

Not all chicken broths behave the same. Here's how regular, low-sodium, and unsalted actually perform—and which one gives you ...

While there are too many variables to rank specific cheeses, some cheeses can be a better choice for blood pressure when eaten in moderation.

New research shows salt in drinking water may raise blood pressure, especially in coastal regions where seawater mixes with ...

In older age, low sodium tends to be caused by taking certain medications, kidney problems, or infection. However, there can be multiple causes, and the treatment depends on the cause. Sodium is an ...