Question

Why is excess intake of table salt i.e. common salt harmful?

Answer 1

Common Salt:-

Sodium Chloride(NaCl) is also known as common salt and is used as a major flavoring ingredient in foods.

Excess intake of common salt is harmful because:

1. Excess sodium can cause high blood pressure and heart diseases.
2. The excess sodium from an extra intake of salt can also cause kidney diseases such as kidney failure in long term.