397 - How Reducing Salt Could Reduce Chronic Diseases

<p>Most adults consume 50% more than the daily recommended amount of salt which, in excess, contributes to hypertension, cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline, sexual dysfunction, pregnancy complications and more. <strong>Dr. Susan Mayne</strong>, Director of the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition at the FDA, talks with <strong>Stephanie Desmon</strong> about a change in guidelines for sodium intake and how even a modest reduction by food producers can mean huge impacts for public health.</p>