One thing easily overlooked is that recommendations for sodium intake depend on individual considerations. Sodium restriction may be important in conditions oth

One thing easily overlooked is that recommendations for sodium intake depend on individual considerations. Sodium restriction may be important in conditions other than hypertension. For example, people who excrete too much urinary calcium are at risk of kidney stones and bone loss. Reducing salt consumption is usually necessary to decrease calcium depletion and prevent bad outcomes. As I've observed it, the chances of people getting too much dietary sodium far exceeds getting too little. The FDA's idea to reduce sodium content of foods is most likely a constructive step forward.