CDC releases report stating that 70% of Americans consume more sodium than is healthy for their bodies. Too much increases risk of high blood pressure and other diseases.

Mar 30, 2009 - Barbara Bell

Supermarket curries contain up to three times the recommended daily amount of salt according to a recent survey by the Consensus Action on Salt and Health.

May 1, 2010 - Allan Johnson

Fat, salt, and sugar are often added excessively in processed foods. Reading food labels can help you make low fat, low sodium, and healthier food choices.

Sep 9, 2010 - Natalie Dzado

In a survey of 260 prepared foods salt levels showed surprising variations from country to country.

Jul 23, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

Fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated drinking water are commonplace in America, but excess fluoride use can lead to discoloration of teeth in children.

Dec 3, 2009 - Staci Eastin

A new study shows reducing salt intake could massively reduce the number of high blood pressure cases each year. Cut down on fast foods and read food labels for sodium

Sep 7, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

Approximately one in 73 Americans have fibromyalgia. It's important to know when the effects on the body are caused by more than stress.

Mar 31, 2010 - Lindsey Mason

Many parents wonder how to reconcile the messages they receive from politicians on the importance of family togetherness with mandates for more and more homework.

Nov 14, 2009 - Wendy Ponte

Exploring simple, effective ways to reduce one's intake of salt and achieve a healthier, more nutritious diet.

Mar 31, 2010 - Kate Le Page

Sugar and salt are favorite flavorings yet they may have unwanted side-effects such as obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure.

Feb 17, 2010 - Ruth Winter

Current sodium intake exceeds recommended amounts, with the majority coming from processed foods. Cutting down on salt can prevent many health problems.

Jan 15, 2011 - Nicole Hooton

Problems with too much salt intake include: bone loss, renal (kidney) problems, high blood pressure, and more. Reducing salt intake is necessary for good health.

Dec 28, 2009 - Joe Nowak

Salt cedars were introduced into North America in the early 1800s as an ornamental. But since that time, it has wreaked untold havoc on North American waterways.

May 17, 2008 - Robert Dailey

Public health efforts at reducing salt intake could help decrease the incidence of heart disease and stroke as well as save billions in health care costs.

Jan 29, 2010 - Brigitte Harton

In this modern civilized era, there is a documented epidemic - especially for women - of thinking too much, which interferes with problem solving.

Aug 9, 2010 - Sherry Williams

Iron is an essential mineral the body needs for proper cell growth but if the body receives too much iron, dangerous health problems can occur.

Aug 16, 2009 - Deanna Lynn Sletten

Potassium is an important mineral for your health, but there are dangers associated with over-dosage. Learn the symptoms of too little, too much, and which foods have it.

Nov 28, 2008 - Christopher T. Reilly

Learn more about the physical effects of aging and factors that can change one's sense of taste and lead to high sodium levels.

Feb 29, 2012 - Katrena Wells

Why are American Atheists largely ignored by their elected representatives?

Jul 4, 2011 - Brent Donaldson