Understand how excess sodium intake disrupts kidney function, increases blood volume, and drives high blood pressure, damaging the heart, kidneys, and arteries.
Discover practical salt-reduction strategies—like using lemon, vinegar, herbs, and potassium-based substitutes—that make healthy eating flavorful and sustainable.
Learn why plant-based diets not only lower salt intake but also support vascular health, reduce inflammation, and may reverse hypertension naturally.
Laurie Marbas, MD, MBA, is a double board-certified physician in both family and lifestyle medicine. Since 2012, she has championed the use of food as medicine. Impressively, she holds medical licenses in all 50 states,...
Dr. Michael Klaper is a gifted clinician, internationally-recognized teacher, and sought-after speaker on diet and health. He graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and served a medical internship at Vancouver General Hospital...