Researchers at the University of Waterloo created computational models — basically, specially programmed simulations — that ...

Each year, at least 1.9 million people die from a heart attack or stroke linked to excess salt intake. But taking salt out of food that’s already prepared is impossible, and many of us are hesitant to ...

Too much sodium may be hard on your ticker. Learn about how salt impacts heart health, the foods that contain too much, and ...

When food lacks salt, hot peppers can step in to help enhance and round out the dish's flavor profile. Depending on your heat ...

A bit of salt in the diet is necessary for good health. The seasoning is also a kitchen staple and taste booster, but Americans consume way too much — usually without even picking up a saltshaker.

While most experts recommend cutting down on salt, some detractors question whether most people really need to be making their meals blander. We have a complicated relationship with salt. Our bodies ...

A viral TikTok by Harvard doctor Dr. Saurabh Sethi warns that consuming less than a teaspoon of salt daily can lead to serious health issues. The post ...

A new sodium-ion battery promises to make electric vehicles safer, cheaper, and greener, and could help countries like India ...

Not exactly, says Amy Bragagnini, a clinical oncology dietitian and a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It’s more about the amount you’re consuming. The FDA's 2020-2025 Dietary ...

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) enhances flavor and can help reduce your overall sodium intake. However, it may cause side effects ...

Sodium-ion batteries may be the answer to the future of sustainable energy storage and could be used to make drinking water ...