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TOI Lifestyle Desk | etimes.in

RARE PHOTOS: Side effects of having too much salt - The Real Truth

Salt is quite an important component of our food. It helps the body maintain fluid balance, increase nerve activity, and contract muscles. However, when consumed in excess, salt can hurt rather than benefit the body. Today, most individuals consume more salt than they require, thanks mostly to processed and packaged meals. Here is all you need to know about the dangerous risks of eating too much salt, the side effects, and why controlling salt intake is so important for long-term health.

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