That shake of salt over your steak may not be as bad as you think. We’ve been told for years to cut back on sodium to protect our hearts. But emerging research suggests that, far from something to avoid, salt, when not consumed in excess, is essential for optimal health.
Some medical experts contend salt has been wrongly vilified through cherry-picked studies, and its restriction may do more harm than good for most. The story of salt is more complex than just blood pressure spikes—and the truth may be surprising.
