Salt is one of the most ancient and important components of human diet. It gives the taste of food and plays a key role in maintaining the water-electrolyte balance of the body. However, excess salt consumption can cause serious health problems, including increased pressure and heart disease. Therefore, it is important to control its amount in everyday diet.

The need for salt for the body is small. The recommended daily norm is 5 g of salt (which is equivalent to a teaspoon). However, many products that we eat every day already contain a significant amount of salt. For example, 75 g of salted herring or 150 g of salty cucumbers can fully satisfy or even exceed the norm of salt consumption. In addition, sausages, sausages and cheese are also rich in sodium. Excess salt in food can lead to the accumulation of fluid in the body and increase the load on the kidneys and heart.

In order not to exceed the rate of salt consumption, it is important to carefully read the labels of products in the store and choose options with reduced salt content. It is also worth adding salt to the finished dish already on a plate, and not in the process of cooking. This will allow you to better control its number. Instead of salt, you can use spices and herbs, such as basil, thyme or garlic, which taste without extra calories and sodium.

Salt substitutes, such as soy sauce or ketchup, often contain a lot of sodium, so their use should also be limited. Try to eat as few ready -made and semi -finished products, because they are often “enriched” with salt to improve taste and extend the shelf life.

If you went through with salty products, it is important to restore the balance.

To do this, increase the consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits that help to remove excess salt from the body. Do not forget that 1 g of salt “holds” 100 ml of water in the body, so it is important to monitor the amount of fluid that you consume.

To even control salt consumption, you can purchase a salt shaker with small holes to avoid its excessive use. It is better to store a salt shaker in a closet, and not on the table to avoid the temptation to add excess salt to food.

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