Reducing Salt Intake

Masie hope this helps.
 Sodium plays a vital role in our health. Although no one knows for certain, scientists estimate the body requires 250 to 500 milligrams (mg) each day for basic physiologic functions. "We need salt to transport nutrients, transmit nerve impulses, and contract muscles, including your heart," says Anna Di Rienzo, Ph.D., associate professor of human genetics at the University of Chicago. But when sodium levels are too high, the kidneys release more water, increasing blood volume. With more blood flowing through the body, pressure increases. Over time, a sustained pressure increase causes the heart to work harder to pump blood and threatens the stability of blood vessels, which raises the risk of heart disease and stroke.  By Peggy J Noonan

I helped lower my hubby's salt content by using seaweed that had been dried and crushed instead of sodium chloride (salt).  Also do you eat allot of processed meals? Lots of processed items instant noodles, ready made meat, and bullion cubes have loads of salt in them. You in the UK aren’t you? There is a wonderful show called you are what you eat On the BBC. There are some great tips on cutting out salt and on whole just being healthier.