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3 vital electrolytes and what they do in the body

Posted on October 12, 2023 by Hippocratic Post

3 vital electrolytes and what they do in the body: If you’re physically active, go to the gym, or are even remotely interested in the world of fitness, you most likely have heard about electrolytes and their importance when it comes to performance. But do you know what electrolytes are and why they are such […]

Salt sinners

Posted on October 18, 2016 by Nigel Denby

Salt has been used as a flavour enhancer for thousands of years, but unfortunately, eating too much salt can have serious health consequences. Salt is one of the most important factors affecting high blood pressure, which raises the risk of stroke and heart attack. The maximum recommended allowance is 6 grams of salt per day, […]