Recent studies have shown that people in the U.S. consume too much salt in their daily diet, in some cases over 30% of the recommended amount. A high sodium diet can lead to serious health conditions like hypertension, heart disease, and stroke. In response, the FDA has issued
new guidelines for food manufacturers and individuals about how much salt to put in food.
Dr. Kirtly Jones explains what the new recommendations mean for you and your favorite foods.