High salt intake has been linked to a number of health conditions, but new research suggests too much of it may play a role in the onset of dementia.
A study published in the British Journal of Pharmacology has heavily evaluated the relationship between high salt intake and cognitive impairment, as well as hypertension. Findings show that excessive amounts of the mineral impacts a protein that plays a key role in Alzheimer's disease - dementia's most common form.
While it makes for a tasty seasoning, excessive salt intake has been proven to raise blood pressure, a high risk factor for other serious heart conditions like strokes and heart attacks. It is also present in many processed foods and the World Health Organization recommends that adults limit their intake to no more than five grams of salt a day.
