The average American consumes about 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day — well above the recommended limit of 2,300 mg daily. (Getty Images) Americans have a salt problem, consuming much more than the ...

In its natural state, salt is a mineral that can help preserve food and enhance its flavor. "Bacteria cannot thrive in high concentrations of salt," Lena Beal, M.S., RDN. LD, points out. Salt's ...

Most of us know that too much salt can be bad for our health, but we often overlook some common foods that can add to our ...

Black salt is less processed than regular salt and contains small amounts of trace minerals and antioxidants, but its health benefits are minimal. While black salt is slightly lower in sodium per ...

For years now, we’ve continued to debate whether salt is actually “bad” for our health. And in discussing healthy diet and lifestyle choices with both my ER patients and friends alike, the common ...

There is no research evidence that Himalayan salt “heals,” “balances blood pressure,” or is healthier than regular salt. It ...

Of all the various dietary needs we hear about from readers, limiting the amount of sodium in recipes is among the most common requests. The good news is that if you’re eating mostly home-cooked food, ...

Everyone knows that too much sodium isn’t good for you. The problem is that salt makes so many foods taste better. But why is that, and are there healthier ways to flavor our food? Consumer Reports ...