Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Excessive amounts of salt can have long-term health effects. (miniseries via Getty Images) Any chef will tell you that salt equals ...

Experts weigh in on how the mineral impacts the gut, and chefs share how they use less of it without sacrificing flavor.

Salt has always been linked to high blood pressure, but scientists are now discovering that the real culprit may not be just the kidneys. A groundbreaking study from McGill University shows that too ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have noticed that I gain weight after eating salted foods. Last night, I had a pasta dish that was salty. Upon awakening, all my fingers were swollen to a point of not bending.

Excess salt and sugar in children’s diets can quietly raise future heart risks. Dr Vikas Kohli shares why balanced nutrition from early age matters.

What is blood pressure, and why does it matter? Think of your blood vessels as tiny highways that carry blood throughout your ...

You may already know that salt isn't good for your blood pressure, but did you know that cutting it out of your diet for even one week can significantly lower your blood pressure?

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is very common in older adults. It can make the heart work too hard, damage blood vessels, and raise the risk of serious problems like heart attacks, ...

Any chef will tell you that salt equals flavour. And they're not wrong. There's plenty of research that confirms salt enhances the flavour of food. There's a reason it's a kitchen cupboard staple, ...