Too much salt could potentially contribute to liver damage

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2016-02/acs-tms022416.php

Public Release: 24-Feb-2016
Too much salt could potentially contribute to liver damage
American Chemical Society

A sprinkle of salt can bring out the flavor of just about any dish. However, it's well known that too much can lead to high blood pressure, a potentially dangerous condition if left untreated. Now scientists report a new animal study that found a high-salt diet might also contribute to liver damage in adults and developing embryos. It appears in ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

Our bodies need a small amount of salt -- the U.S. government recommends one teaspoon per day if you are a healthy adult. Among other functions, the sodium ions from the savory mineral help regulate water movement within the body and conduct nerve impulses. But most Americans eat too much salt. Some research indicates that in addition to high blood pressure, overconsumption of sodium can damage the liver.

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