Consuming too much salt through food could be harmful for overall health. While salt is something you cannot have your food without, it is necessary to keep a check on how much you consume. Here are some of the signs that you are consuming too much salt.

• You need to urinate a lot. Frequent urination is a classic sign that you are consuming too much salt. …
• Persistent thirst. …
• Swelling in strange places. …
• You find food bland and boring. …
• Frequent mild headaches. …
• You crave for salty foods.

Adults should eat no more than 6g of salt a day (2.4g sodium) – that’s around 1 teaspoon. Children aged: 1 to 3 years should eat no more than 2g salt a day (0.8g sodium) 4 to 6 years should eat no more than 3g salt a day (1.2g sodium)

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information.

Stay Healthy Research Team