Anyone who’s been told to try a low-sodium diet knows that cutting back on sodium can be a real challenge. It’s often not enough to put down the salt shaker; it’s also a matter of reading nutrition ...

Here’s the thing most people get wrong about low sodium eating: they focus on what they can’t have instead of understanding how their body actually works. The average American eats five or more ...

Anthea Levi is a registered dietitian (RD) and reporter with more than 6 years of experience writing for major health outlets including Health magazine, BuzzFeed, Eat This, Not That!, and Livestrong.

A low sodium diet limits high sodium foods and drinks, and it is often recommended for high blood pressure or heart disease. The ideal daily value is generally less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day.

Many people don’t pay attention to the sodium in their snacks—but it can affect heart health and blood pressure. Too much salt can cause the body to retain water, increasing blood volume and raising ...

Here’s what you can do to get back on track after an especially salty dinner or late-night snack. Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., RDN, RYT If you ate too much salt, drink water and eat ...

In older age, low sodium tends to be caused by taking certain medications, kidney problems, or infection. However, there can be multiple causes, and the treatment depends on the cause. Sodium is an ...