A nutritionist calls out which common grocery items are secretly high in sodium and how they could be affecting your health.

Too much salt is becoming a big deal in our modern society. Sure, it's a kitchen staple, but overdoing it can seriously mess ...

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But diet also plays a major role. For instance, salt — one of the favorite seasonings in many households — has been found to increase the risk of heart disease and other conditions when eaten ...

He stressed that sodium is necessary for proper functioning of the brain, nerves, and muscles.Photo Credit: iStock A healthy person should not consume a low-salt diet as it may adversely raise health ...