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Food is not complete without salt, hence the amount of salt in our daily food has increased. But many people do not think about the harm it causes to the body. Salt is essential for the proper functioning of our body. But if it increases in excess, then there is more pressure on our kidneys. If this happens continuously, the kidney’s ability to function may also reduce.
Food is not complete without salt, hence the amount of salt in our daily food has increased. But many people do not think about the harm it causes to the body. Salt is essential for the proper functioning of our body. But if it increases in excess, then there is more pressure on our kidneys. If this happens continuously, the kidney’s ability to function may also reduce.
According to doctors, if someone takes more than 5 grams of salt a day, it can cause many health problems. This is equivalent to 2000 mg sodium. The World Health Organization also gives the same advice.
Some people may think that ‘I take less salt in my food every day, so there is no problem.’ But salt is not found only in home food. Many things like packed food, processed food or meat, soya sauce, restaurant food, potato chips also contain salt. All these things are rich in sodium, so doctors say that they should be avoided.
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Our kidneys immediately sense when the level of salt (especially sodium) increases in the body and expel it through urine. But if there is excess salt in the body for a long time then the kidneys become weak. Due to this salt gets accumulated in the body. This is where the trouble starts.
If salt accumulates in the body, blood pressure can increase. Doctors say that it can also cause stroke, heart diseases and foot problems. Doctors have warned that people underestimate the effect of salt on kidney health. Excess salt may not cause any symptoms initially, but can cause serious harm over time.
Who is at greater risk? Diabetic patients, those who have high blood pressure, those in whose family someone has kidney problems, and those who have low immunity are said to be at higher risk of problems.
Therefore, to keep your kidneys safe, try to eat only home-made food or fresh fruits with less salt added. Stay away from packed food. Drink plenty of water every day.
Disclaimer: The things given here are for general information only, it is not medical advice. Before adopting these, please consult a doctor. News18Tamilnadu is not responsible for this information.
