Magnesium, potassium, or sodium? Learn what each electrolyte does, signs of low levels, and when a supplement may help.

A low sodium diet limits high sodium foods and drinks, and it is often recommended for high blood pressure or heart disease. The ideal daily value is generally less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day.

New analysis shows that pairing a low-sodium diet with DASH eating habits reduces cardiovascular risk by over 14%, with the biggest wins for women and Black adults facing high blood pressure. Study: ...

Cutting one teaspoon of salt from your diet per day could lower your systolic blood pressure by 6 points after one week. This reduction is comparable to that achieved with blood pressure-lowering ...