why is salt harmful to health?

Answer 1

for the sodium, and the retention of water because of the sodium

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Answer 2

In adults, when levels of sodium are too high, the body retains too much water and the volume of bodily fluids in the body.

With high levels of fluid circulating through the brain there is a greater chance that weaknesses in the brain's blood vessels are exposed, and that they may burst, causing a stroke.

Similarly, a greater volume of fluid passing through the heart can place additional strain on the organ, increasing the possibility of coronary disease.

An adult will be able to remove salt from the body through the kidneys into the urine.

However, very young babies do not have the capacity to process large quantities of salt as the kidneys are not yet developed.

If they are given adult food with a higher salt content before they are at least four months old, excess sodium can accumulate in the body, causing kidney, liver and brain damage, and in very occasional cases, death.

Answer 3

the sodium contained in salt is. It causes your body tissue to retain fluids, which raises your blood pressure

Answer 4

Some is necessary for electrolyes balance, but too much will raise your blood pressure.

Answer 5

bad for your heart