Turkey is healthier than ham because it is much lower in sodium and saturated fat, supporting better blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Ham can still fit into a heart-healthy diet if you choose ...

Lauren Ball works for The University of Queensland and receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council, Queensland Health and Mater Misericordia. She is a Director of Dietitians ...

Could you be one of the 9 out of 10 Americans who consume too much salt? Although the Dietary Guidelines recommend limiting sodium intake to 2,300 milligrams daily (about 1 teaspoon), most Americans ...

Anthea Levi is a registered dietitian (RD) and reporter with more than 6 years of experience writing for major health outlets including Health magazine, BuzzFeed, Eat This, Not That!, and Livestrong.

Anyone who’s been told to try a low-sodium diet knows that cutting back on sodium can be a real challenge. It’s often not enough to put down the salt shaker; it’s also a matter of reading nutrition ...

Many people don’t pay attention to the sodium in their snacks—but it can affect heart health and blood pressure. Too much salt can cause the body to retain water, increasing blood volume and raising ...