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Could it be right that too much salt is really bad for you, if yes , then why?
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Yes: Normal body maintains a balance between sodium , potassium and other electrolytes. If the hormone and kidney function is impaired then excessive salt can lead to increase in the body fluid volume. That can them cause high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, swilling if the feet etc
Answered 4/6/2014
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