Monday, June 13, 2011

Heart stopper: Is salt really bad for you?

Salt has been linked to high blood pressure (hypertension) which increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease. In an effort to keep rising hypertension rates in check, the federal government recently released a dietary guidelines recommending that healthy people limit salt intake to about 2300 milligrams (mg)per day. For people with heart disease or diabetes or over 51 they suggest limiting intake to 1500 mg. Bread, processed foods and ready-made meals and sauces are among foods that contain the highest sodium levels. Look at food labels. Beware if an item is over 300mgs per serving.

June 11
Weight: 188
Calories consumed: 2218
Calories burned: 2852
Protein: 20%
Carbs: 62%
Fat: 18%
Total Calorie Deficit: 5650

June 12
Weight: 188
Calories consumed: 2975
Calories burned: 2718
Protein: 30%
Carbs: 46%
Fat: 24%
Total Calorie Deficit: 5393

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