Popular studies have concluded that the myth that all people need to reduce their salt intake is not correct. A low salt diet, for some, can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and even death. The study shows that the only people who really need to watch their salt and sodium intake are people who suffer from high blood pressure.
Key Takeaways:
- Low salt diets may not be as beneficial to all people as once believed.
- Low salt diets can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
- People with high blood pressure are the only people who need to be concerned with their sodium intake.
“A large worldwide study has found that, contrary to popular thought, low-salt diets may not be beneficial and may actually increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death compared to average salt consumption.”
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/05/160521071410.htm