Health Effects of More Sodium in Diet?

Since starting my diet and writing down my food, I am noticing that my sodium intake is quite high and has probably increased a great deal. Is this something I should be worried about from a long term health perspective?

Wed. Jan 17, 8:25am

Here's a link you may find helpful.

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Wednesday, January 17, 2007, 8:57 AM

this is good, but I am looking to learn about the consequences of sodium intake- I know how to avoid it and I know that I need at least a little in my diet.

Wednesday, January 17, 2007, 10:20 AM

"Eating too much salt can raise your blood pressure, which triples your risk of developing heart disease, whatever your age."

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Wednesday, January 17, 2007, 5:31 PM

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