Understanding the Role of Salt in your Health Content Pack

Email: This email discusses the importance of understanding salt intake and its effects on health. It outlines the essential role salt plays in bodily functions, such as nerve signalling and muscle function, but warns of the health risks associated with excessive consumption, including high blood pressure and heart disease. The email highlights the UK's recommended daily limit of 4g of salt and points out that many people exceed this by a significant amount. It also provides practical tips for reducing salt intake, like reading food labels, cooking without added salt, and using herbs and spices for flavour. Finally, the reader is encouraged to be mindful of hidden sources of salt in everyday foods.

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