Eating too much sodium in the form of salt can cause fluid retention and an increase in blood pressure. Symptoms of too much salt include thirst, fatigue, bloating, diarrhea, heart palpitations, and ...

A salty snack may seem harmless, but scientists are learning it can do more than raise your blood pressure. It might also affect your mental health. A new study has found that too much salt in the ...

Most Americans consume more than the recommended amount of daily sodium. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that too much salt in the diet can harm your health. However, some ...

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD Key Takeaways Sodium is a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure and ...

Egg salad is deliciously savory, but you don't want it to be overly salty. The Takeout asked Chef Nelson Serrano-Bahri how to ...

How much sodium to you really need per day and how much salt is too much? NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar and ...

While most experts recommend cutting down on salt, some detractors question whether most people really need to be making their meals blander. We have a complicated relationship with salt. Our bodies ...

You've likely heard that consuming too much salt can be bad for your heart, but what about your ears? Frequently adding salt to meals has been associated with an increased risk of hearing loss, ...