How much salt should be used each day?

I have high blood pressure and was told to limit my salt intake. How much salt is too much?

I also have been told that my sugar count is up? I'm trying to take all precautions but I have no guide lines. Can you help?

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Sunday, June 01, 2008

Sue

Thanks for posting your question. Please review our material from Dr. Glenn Gandelman, Salt and High Blood Pressure. As well, you may want to read out information on the DASH diet - Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.

Hope this helps and all the best, sue

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