Salt and your kidneys

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1. Hi, I'm Neff! Let's talk about salt and your kidneys.
2. Salt has sodium in it. Too much sodium makes your body hold on to water. That can raise your blood pressure and cause swelling. It puts stress on your kidneys and heart.
3. Here's a surprise. Most sodium doesn't come from the salt shaker. It comes from packaged food, fast food, and restaurant food. Even food that doesn't taste salty can have a lot.
4. So read the food label in three steps. Find the sodium line. Compare brands. Then pick the one with less.
5. Look for words like low sodium or no salt added. Choose fresh foods more often. And rinse canned beans and vegetables with water.
6. Cooking at home? Try herbs, spices, or lemon juice in place of salt. Eating out? You can ask for your food with no added salt.
7. Thinking about a salt substitute? Ask us first. Many have a lot of potassium.
8. How much sodium is right for you? That depends on your kidneys, so ask us. And here's good news. You can get used to less salt.
9. We're here to help. Bring your questions to every visit. Let's take care of your kidneys together!

Neff's voice is AI-generated.