Salt: Toxicity is in the Dose

Fork U with Dr. Terry Simpson · Feb 18, 2023 · 13m

Salt: Toxicity is in the Dose

For the human body, salt is both an essential metal and toxic at a high dose. The most common form of sodium comes from sodium chloride, a salt. However, too much salt and arteries become stiff, and the risk of heart disease and cardiovascular disease increases. The majority of dietary salt comes from processed foods.

Salt Toxcity Deniers

Probably the most famous book is The Salt Fix. A rambling book claiming low salt is responsible for everything from lower sex drive to insulin resistance. The book is logical and simplistic, with abundant citations taken out of…