Nov 15, 2021
Consuming high levels of sodium and low levels of potassium may raise your chances for cardiovascular disease, according to a new study that sought to reaffirm the role sodium plays in health.
May 26, 2021
Excess salt, or sodium, can hurt the heart, kidneys, brain and more. Here's how cutting back can help you.
Apr 26, 2021
Salt-sensitive people may have an increased risk of high blood pressure, according to research that points to the need for better genetic testing for sodium sensitivity.
Feb 15, 2021
Any reduction in sodium consumption may lead to a decrease in blood pressure, with lasting benefits – even in people with normal blood pressure, a new study found.
May 11, 2020
New research shows astronauts excrete less sodium and have lower blood volume in space than on land, a finding that could have implications for the heart health of future space travelers.
Dec 17, 2019
Don't obsess about every bite. Instead, strategize your holiday eating.
Dec 16, 2019
Although research doesn't support a specific numerical limit on cholesterol from food, eating less is best, according to a new advisory.
Sep 25, 2019
Meatless meats are gaining in popularity, but make sure you know what's in them before you go all in.
Jun 18, 2019
Prepared properly, popcorn can be the feel-good nutritious hit of summer. Done wrong, it can get bad reviews.
Jun 10, 2019
A global effort to control blood pressure, cut sodium and eliminate trans fat could have a dramatic effect on cardiovascular disease, researchers say.