Hidden salt in food can increase risk of heart disease


	Hidden salt in food can increase risk of heart disease

crabsallover

3-19-2007 4:03 AM

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health, heart

crabsallover says:

"Salt can cause high blood pressure and increase your risk of heart disease - so we've all got to become detectives on the trail of this hidden killer"

"By simply checking the labels and switching to a lower salt option, you'll be doing your heart a favour."

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3-19-2007 1:56 PM

curtgranger

Soups are notorious for being loaded with salt. One 12 oz. can can contain over 1200mg of sodium.

8-19-2007 4:25 PM

onlinedesign

From a pickle and olive lover: loaded with salt! I've tried raw olives, but they just don't do it for me.

I have read that salt is addictive?

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