26/06/2025
Salt & Blood Pressure Spike 🧂📈
Did you know? Excess salt is one of the biggest silent triggers of high BP! Here’s how:
1️⃣ Salt Holds Water
➡️ More salt = More water retention = More pressure on blood vessels.
2️⃣ Leads to Hypertension
➡️ Even a small increase in sodium can spike your BP, especially if you’re salt-sensitive.
3️⃣ Daily Limit = 1 tsp (5g)
❗ But most processed foods exceed this without you knowing!
4️⃣ Hidden Salt Sources
🥫 Pickles, chips, papad, sauces, breads, and ready-to-eat meals.
5️⃣ Precautions to Take
✔️ Switch to low-sodium salt
✔️ Read food labels
✔️ Cook fresh meals at home
✔️ Stay hydrated
✔️ Monitor BP regularly
💡 Your heart loves low salt. Make the switch today!