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How to reduce salt in the body (Tips for cutting down (Eat fewer salty…
How to reduce salt in the body
Salt
Also known as sodium chloride
Sodium and chloride are needed in small amounts
The functions of sodium are to help keep the fluid levels balanced
The function of chloride is to helps digest food
Adults should have no more than 6g a day and children 3g a day. But on average in the UK adults have 8g a day
Functions
Kidney function
Regulates blood pressure and pH
Water balance regulation
Body temperature
Sources
Cheese
Some breads
Some breakfast cereals
Savoury snacks
Meat such as bacon
Ready meals
Tips for cutting down
Eat fewer salty snacks
Choose low salt stock cubes or make your own
Only use sauces such as soy sauce, ketchup and mayo sparingly
Check labels for hidden salts
Choose fish in water rather than brine
Choose tinned veg and pulses with no added salt
Check food labels and choose products with less salt (use traffic lighting system)
Issues with too much salt
Kidney disorders and electrolyte and hormone imbalance
Osteoporosis
Dehydration
Abnormal heart development
Digestive diseases
High blood pressure- which can lead to heart attacks and strokes