Adding Salt Frequently to Food and Premature Death — Is There an Association?

Adding salt to cooked food is a common eating behavior for many. However, the effect of frequently adding salt to foods on the risk of premature mortality is poorly understood. Check out this Infographic to know how adding salt to food increases the risk of premature mortality and lowers life expectancy. Do you think reducing salt consumption can help reduce mortality associated with CVD and cancer? Share your views by commenting below!

##Reference## Ma H, Xue Q, Wang X, et al. Adding salt to foods and hazard of premature mortality. Eur Heart J. 2022 Jul 10;ehac208.## Suggested for you: Ketogenic Diet-Induced Long-term Adverse Effects Dietary Recommendations for PCOS PlexiQuiz: Refresh Your Knowledge of Diet and Nutrition in Diabetics