Flora Zhao is a health writer for The Epoch Times who focuses on cancer and other chronic diseases. Previously, she was an editor for social science journals. Email her at: [email protected]
The detrimental effects of high salt intake on the heart are undeniable, but surprisingly, consuming too little salt can also increase heart disease risk.
The sugar substitute is known for its potential to lower blood pressure and blood sugar, but some research suggests it may disrupt more than the gut microbiome.