What is the harm of eating too much salt

The main hazards of eating too much salt are increased blood pressure and edema all over the body. Daily salt is indispensable as a condiment, which is not only related to its taste, but also related to the main ingredients of salt. The main component of edible salt is sodium chloride. Sodium ions and chloride ions are indispensable electrolytes for normal activities of the human body. They play an important role in maintaining electrolyte balance and maintaining nervous system activities. However, excessive salt intake is also harmful. First of all, due to excessive sodium intake, electrolyte imbalance will be caused, pressure difference will be formed between blood vessels and surrounding tissues, showing edema of surrounding tissues. In addition, sodium chloride intake will stimulate the increase of blood pressure. Causing dizziness and other discomfort. Therefore, daily salt intake should be kept below 6g/day.