Excess Salt Intake: Rock, Black, or White – All Dangerous, Warns Dietitian

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News18•03-02-2026, 23:00
Excess Salt Intake: Rock, Black, or White – All Dangerous, Warns Dietitian
- •Dietitian Dr. Jyoti Singh from Mirzapur Divisional Hospital warns against consuming more than one spoon of salt daily, including rock and black salt.
- •Excessive salt intake can lead to serious health problems, with hypertension being a major concern.
- •ICMR recommends limiting daily salt consumption to one spoon; reducing intake is crucial given rising disease prevalence.
- •Avoid adding extra salt to salads, fruits, and high-salt snacks like mathri, namkeen, and packaged foods.
- •Regular use of rock salt can lead to goiter and thyroid issues; iodized salt is recommended for daily consumption.
Why It Matters: Limit daily salt intake to one spoon, including rock and black salt, to prevent serious health issues like goiter and hypertension.
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