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Tag: low-sodium diet
Pulmonary Hypertension: How (and Why) to Embark on a Lower-Salt Lifestyle
A low-salt diet for pulmonary hypertension can be a lifestyle adjustment, but it does not mean the end of tasty food. The first step? Look for hidden sodium in fresh poultry, breads, sauces, soups and condiments.
Looking at the Link Between Salt and Heart Failure
A 12-year study links a diet very high in salt to a higher risk of heart failure. But does this study tell us anything new? Learn more about how salt affects your heart.
How Salt Can Impact Your Blood Pressure, Heart and Kidneys
For some people, high salt intake can cause high blood pressure — and create a vicious cycle of heart and kidney damage. Are you at risk?
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