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salt - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

Salt: In medicine, salt usually refers to sodium chloride, table salt, used for seasoning food, for the preservation of meat, etc. Salt is found in the earth and in sea water and is isolated by evaporation and crystallization from sea water and other water impregnated with particles of salt. ...
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News on salt
Too Much Salt Hurting Majority of Americans (MedicineNet)
Low-Salt Diet May Not Be Best for Heart (MedicineNet)
Salt May Restrict Blood Flow to Heart (MedicineNet)
Salt Lurks in Unsuspected Foods (MedicineNet)

Further Reading on salt
  • Mitral Valve Regurgitation - Overview ( WebMD )
    What is mitral valve regurgitation ( MR )? The mitral valve is similar to a one - way gate in the left side of your heart . Normally ,...need to change careers. You may need to cut down on salt in your diet.
  • Preventing Falls - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Injuries from falls may be more likely among older adults and in people who have had a stroke or have multiple sclerosis or ...an area that gets snow and ice in the winter, sprinkle salt or cat litter...
  • Restrictive Cardiomyopathy - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Restrictive cardiomyopathy is a rare condition in which the heart muscle becomes stiff and cannot ...weight? Can I eat out when I am on a low- salt diet? End-of-life issues: How can I help make...
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Dilated cardiomyopathy is a serious condition in which the heart muscle becomes weakened and loses ...I am on a low- salt diet? What type of exercise is safe when I have heart failure? End-of-life...
  • Ménière's Disease - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Ménière ' s ( pronounced " men - years ") disease is a disorder of the inner ear that affects hearing and ...I eat a low- salt diet? Will exercises relieve symptoms of Ménière's disease? Living with...


  • Nephrotic Syndrome - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Nephrotic syndrome is a condition that damages kidneys and can lead to kidney failure . It can occur at any age , though it most ...Living with nephrotic syndrome: Should I reduce my salt intake? What...
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Initial treatmentMost people with mitral valve prolapse ( MVP ) do not have symptoms and do not need treatment . Regular checkups ...lifestyle changes, such as limiting salt intake, balancing your rest...
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) - Overview ( WebMD )
    What is high blood pressure ? When you have high blood pressure , or hypertension , the force of blood against your artery walls is ...history of high blood pressure, eating too much salt , and getting...
  • Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) - Overview ( WebMD )
    What is bradycardia ? Having bradycardia ( say “ bray - dee - CAR - dee - uh ”) means your heart beats very slowly . For most people , a ...to: Control your cholesterol. Eat a low-fat, low- salt diet. Get...
  • Healthy Eating - Overview ( WebMD )
    How can I start eating a healthier diet ? A healthy diet includes eating a variety of foods from the basic food groups : protein ,...eating. If your favorite foods are high in fat, salt , sugar, and calories,


  • Too Much Salt Hurting Majority of Americans ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Salt May Restrict Blood Flow to Heart ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Salt Lurks in Unsuspected Foods ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Less Salt Will Cut Heart Disease Rate ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Epsom salt ( MedicineNet )



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