Salt is recognized as the most dangerous food product. This was announced by Australian scientists.
Salt negatively affects the vascular system, and this is the main reason why it is necessary to reduce its consumption. Salt increases blood pressure, causes hypertension, strokes and heart attacks.
Salt dilates blood vessels for at least two hours. The active salt intake is associated with increased cholesterol and cardiovascular disease. Persons with kidney disease, obesity and hypertension generally should refrain from salty food.
Even with 3.8 grams of salt per day sufficient for the manifestation of negative effect. Meanwhile, most Americans consume 8-12 grams of salt.
One of the most dangerous sources of salt – dough. One pack contains more than 80% of the daily allowance of salt intake, reports daily MED.