Sodium

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  Will Cutting Down Your Sodium Intake Reduce The Risk Of Non-Communicable Diseases?

  Here, we explore the impact of sodium reduction on health and how it might contribute to managing NCD risks.

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  Consuming WHO-Recommended Amount Of Sodium Could Prevent Heart And Kidney Diseases In India: Lancet Study

  The WHO recommends under two grams of sodium a day, which is roughly the same as less than a teaspoon or five grams of salt a day.

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  Is Adding Extra Salt To Your Meals A Good Idea? Here's The Truth You Need To Know

  Salt adds flavour to our foods, but how much salt is too much salt? Read on to know Nutritionist Amita Gadre's take on the matter.

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  Too Much Salt May Increase Eczema Risk; Know Other Harmful Effects

  The study has highlighted that eating even one extra gram of sodium can increase the chances of eczema flares by 22 percent.

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  Excess Salt Intake May Affect Your Skin Health: Study; 5 Tips To Reduce Salt Intake

  The study of more than 2,15,000 people found that each additional gram of sodium excreted in urine over 24 hours was associated with 11 per cent higher odds of an eczema diagnosis.

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  Can Eating Ramen Noodles Lead To Kidney Stones? Doctors Explain Dietary Risk Factors And Prevention Tips

  Eating high-sodium foods can increase your risk of developing kidney stones. It is important to keep a tab on your daily sodium intake.

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  Daily Salt Intake: Know How Much Salt You Should Have

  WHO also recommends consuming iodized salt which is fortified with iodine. Enough iodine intake is essential for healthy development of brain in the womb.

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  World Health Organisation Releases New Sodium Benchmarks, Cautions Against High Salt Intake

  The World Health Organisation recently published the second edition of the "WHO Global Sodium Benchmarks". Find out more about the report below.

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  Cutting Back On Salt? Expert Says This 'Healthy' Habit May Have Negative Impact

  Several studies have shown consuming a low-salt diet consisting of about 2,200 milligrams of sodium a day was enough to lead to sodium depletion.

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  Benefits Of Consuming Less Sodium

  Below we discuss various ways through which consuming less sodium can be beneficial for your health.

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  Passenger Says IndiGo's Upma Contains More Sodium Than Maggi, Airline Responds

  IndiGo, in a statement, said that they serve "fresh" and "pre-packaged food" only from reputed vendors.

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  Viral Video: Influencer Claims IndiGo's Pre-Packed Dishes Have More Sodium Than Maggi, Airline Responds

  A viral video by popular influencer Revant Himatsingka, also known as "Food Pharmer", analyses the exact sodium content of some food items served by IndiGo.

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  10 Tips To Reduce Sodium Intake To Help Manage Blood Pressure

  Here we discuss simple tips you can follow to reduce your sodium intake and reduce your blood pressure.

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  How Much Salt Should You Consume For A Healthy Heart

  Sodium is the key mineral of salt which helps maintain the right amount of fluid in the bloodstream. Too much consumption of sodium contributes to water retention in your bloodstream.

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  How To Make Germany's Beloved Side Dish Sauerkraut

  If you enjoy fermented foods, you will love eating sauerkraut. Here is how to ferment sauerkraut at home.