Salt and too much of it has always been an issue. It is known to be an enemy of your Heart and can put you at the risk of high cholesterol or hypertension. Surprisingly, these heart ailments which were once considered to age-related problems. However, now become common lifestyle diseases among the younger lot. A new study, conducted by the Researchers from Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Which warns that high salt consumption as part of a teenager's diet can put him at an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, heart attack and even stroke in later life.
Along with this, the amount of sodium these participants consumed was measured with the help of a self-reported, 3-day diet record. The results showed that higher average daily sodium intake was associated with lower BrachD (higher arterial stiffness) and higher PWV. The researchers also took into consideration factors like their age, race, body-mass index and other blood electrolyte levels that could affect the readings.
However, researchers explained that arterial stiffness which refers to the hardening of the arteries. It is a known risk factor for heart attack and stroke in adults. You can notice this condition by placing monitors on the skin near major arteries in the arm, neck and the groin region. According to Elaine M Urbina, Director of Preventive Cardiology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Centre. The two readings indicated higher levels of rigidity in both peripheral arteries in the extremities. However, as well as in central arteries which may have been tied to higher sodium consumption. These findings were presented at the 2017 Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting in San Francisco.
It is clear that we are consuming way too much salt not just by sprinkling extra over our food. But mostly hidden in processed foods and high-calorie fast foods. The choice of convenience over nutrition is definitely putting us at major health risks.
Research Of Salt Consumption
- The team of experts examined 775 teenagers
- WHO recommends you limit your daily salt intake to 5 grams
- Excess salt intake increases risk of hypertension, heart attack & stroke
Along with this, the amount of sodium these participants consumed was measured with the help of a self-reported, 3-day diet record. The results showed that higher average daily sodium intake was associated with lower BrachD (higher arterial stiffness) and higher PWV. The researchers also took into consideration factors like their age, race, body-mass index and other blood electrolyte levels that could affect the readings.
However, researchers explained that arterial stiffness which refers to the hardening of the arteries. It is a known risk factor for heart attack and stroke in adults. You can notice this condition by placing monitors on the skin near major arteries in the arm, neck and the groin region. According to Elaine M Urbina, Director of Preventive Cardiology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Centre. The two readings indicated higher levels of rigidity in both peripheral arteries in the extremities. However, as well as in central arteries which may have been tied to higher sodium consumption. These findings were presented at the 2017 Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting in San Francisco.
It is clear that we are consuming way too much salt not just by sprinkling extra over our food. But mostly hidden in processed foods and high-calorie fast foods. The choice of convenience over nutrition is definitely putting us at major health risks.
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