I use Redmond's because it's from the US - not sure about the purity of some of the Himalayan salts. Hasn't changed my life, but I like it. I don't eat prepared foods at home - cook from scratch, mostly veggies and some meat or fish or eggs. Never eat at fast foid restaurants, don't eat out much. I don't use a lot of salt, and I've never had a problem.
For Xmas ages ago, my lil brother sent me Redmond salt in a Corona bottle shaker. By the time it was gone, I was totally into the Redmond taste. Come to find out, Redmond is rated up there with Celtic salt. 👍 I cook too. Rather go hungry than eat out at most places the junk they serve.
My sister is managing her diabetes with diet alone. Her husband was put on a salt restricted diet, and to keep it simple she cut down on salt also. Her blood sugar started to go off the charts high for no apparent reason even while still watching her diet. She talked to her doctor and started to increase her salt intake and her blood sugar returned back to manageable levels!
This would be interesting. I think, but am not a scientist, that electrolytes are good for kids who are sick with stomach flu and throwing up, and elderly people who do not drink enough water, and athletes who regularly work out and sweat a lot. Other than that, I don't think you need to. I think if you drink water before, during and after a regular workout, not a pro-athlete one, that your electrolytes will stay in balance. Also, bananas are good for electrolytes. Let's see if the Docs do one on this.
My daughter, who has had issues with POTS, was told by her cardiologist to increase her salt intake to help reduce the symptoms and thankfully it has helped her
More information on management of POTS would be so helpful. Future topic?! Help to inform the public of POTS, which is often misdiagnosed and difficult to treat.
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Interesting, my blood pressure has been a little low for years, I do eat a lot of salt on my meals, but do feel I need it. I don’t suffer from any of the effects you mentioned, but was surprised to hear our bodies deal with it differently. Thanks guys, another fantastic vid.
I had terrible nighttime leg cramps and was told to increase magnesium--terrible diarrhea, muscle cramps continued. Then I was told to increase electrolytes. Still had tortuous leg cramps. Then I started adding more salt to my diet. Presto--leg cramps disappeared and have stayed gone. Probably important to note that I rarely eat at restaurants and don't eat meat or processed foods.
I think Dysautonomia, in general, is either on the rise or at least being better recognized. Under that umbrella diagnosis is Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). My middle daughter was diagnosed with POTS around age 14. My youngest is now showing symptoms. I was never officially dxd by definitely am symptomatic. My middle daughter also has kidneys that seem to push her electrolytes too quickly. She was old by her cardiologist to suck on the Himalayan rock salt as much as she wants. She also gets a liter of Lactated Ringers Solution daily (plus a bunch of NS with meds) because she doesn't absorb enough through her GI tract. I find myself needing to drink electrolyte infused drinks (less all of the sugar!) or I get off kilter. I like that you guys make it clear that salt is a necessary mineral for life. Too many people try to cut all salt out of their diets! They don't realize that all electrical impulses in our bodies are made by what is called the sodium potassium pump. No salt, no impulses. No life! But balance is key, as in all things!
Hey Docs! Thanks again for yet another in-depth video. This is certainly helpful, shining the light as it were on the world of salt and how it impacts the body!
Thank you so much for the clear explanation. I feel like u guys are directly teaching me. Like your my teacher. Yet in such a nice non judge mental way. Love listening. And so informative
Great video above. Requesting that you also do one on magnesium. This was one of my fave elements to study in school. While it can be therapeutic, I think it is confusing to most to consider as a supplement. There are several different forms of it, and one form can cause diarrhea, hence the "magnesia" in Milk of Magnesia. The RDA in the USA for vitamins/supplements is often questioned as being sufficient with all. Do we need a supplement for magnesium, does this require bloodwork to determine? If we want to supplement it, what is a safe form and dose?
I eat, crave, and enjoy a lot of salt. My blood pressure has always been and remains textbook. I thought I was in the clear. Today I learned about potential damage to the interior of blood vessels, which I was not aware of. Thank you.
Thank you for posting this video. I’d like to hear your thoughts on the electrolyte products that are being advertised by many fitness influencers. These are very high in sodium. What type of exercise would warrant taking electrolytes? Thanks 😊
Thanks to Talking With Docs. for an excellent presentation. Good jokes too! Thanks Dr.'s-you're worth ur salt? Salutations and great vlog. Proud, to be a long time fan of the channel.I am learning a lot!
Hey, is sea salt the same as Celtic salt I have been told Celtic salt is the best because of all of the minerals. I hope you see this question and answer. Love your show thanks guys.
Interesting because I've heard many other Drs also citing research that show not everyone is salt sensitive therefore do not have BP issues from use.... and that is based on science as well
Not sure if you actually watched the video as we said exactly this. 50 percent of hypertensive people and 25 percent of everyone else are salt sensitive
I did start start using Redmond’s salt recently. It may just be wishful thinking, but I thing the flavor profile has more depth than normal sea salt or iodized table salt.
Even though I've cut down on "scrolling" through YT, trying to keep it down to "what is useful," I still watch these two wonderful doctors for their energy and good vibe spirit. I am going into hip replace surgery shortly. No time for it but hey. It's not up to me. Life winds down to the small things. Mobility is compromised. Worries about what kind of nerve damage will I suffer? More aware of the sawing through my femur bone. It sure must take a toll on the body, although most people say they feel instant pain relief. I sure am looking forward to that part of it all. Thanks docs, for sharing your insights.
Hi, I crave salt at times, as well as craving my fav guys in blue. A few times, I have been told that my sodium levels were too low and to increase my salt intake. Don't know why. Any comment? Thanks, love your videos!!
Love all your videos. Learn so much and enjoy the delivery. Have chronic high BP and haven't touched a salt shaker in many years. Have been on the diuretic of 25mg of HCT daily to offset water retention (to fight the salt) but not much help. Seems genetics can influence BP over lifestyle. Am OK BMI (right at 25), and work out most days but know I need to do more to get in 120/80 BP range. Still in 140s+/80s range even with ARB and ACE inhibitors daily with HCT. Frustrating.
In New Zealand we can get what is called "Lo Salt" which I use; it's got 66% less sodium than table salt and partly replaced by potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, and ammonium chloride. The manufacturer says there is enough sodium in most foods and we don't need any extra! Have you heard about this?
I make my own eye wash for dry eyes. I use my own distilled water (Waterwise distiller). And I used to use Himalayan pink salt, and I suspect it gave me pink eye! So I switched to Salina’s Celtic sea salt. Boil half cup distilled water with one quarter teaspoon of sea salt. Cool. Store in fridge. Make new batch once a week. Use glass eye cup or a tablespoon works also. Here is the kicker! My vision went back to 20-20. I prefer room temp so set a days worth in a convenient cupboard and change out every morning. It seems like I give my eyes a drink of water as often as my mouth I’m 78
Thisis extremely interesting to me! My eyes do not make tears (due to complication of surgery) and I hv to use gel which presents its own problems. I’m going to try this. Suggestions?
My family kids that I'm a "saltaholic" (I even have salt shakers on my desk) but my blood pressure is fine so far. I remember my grandfather being the same way-- dinner couldn't begin until the salt shaker was beside his plate. The only things I don't salt are butter, pickles, and bacon. I've managed to ditch gluten (arthritis) and caffeine (was drinking too much, jittery) but salt is my Final Boss to face. When the doc tells me it's time to cut back, I will, but it's gonna suck. I love salt so much.
I'm one of them that struggle with low bp episodes (vasovagal), and was fold to add more salt to my diet. I actually am not big on salt (flavor wise). Like I don't mind it when it is added while the food is cooking, but I don't like adding salt on top of my food after the food is done cooking. So I try to just add a little extra while cooking my food then.
My step dad would say a swim in the sea healed all, he alsi said every 7th wave was largest! Mom would say to put salt on a gum's canker to heal, ouch! Beautiful weather, sucks to be anywhere else!
A tiny bit of salt diluted in cooled boiled water is good to gargle if you have mouth sores or tonsillitis according to our elderly family doctor when I was a little girl. Our elderly veterinary also recommended washing out wounds on our horses using similar saline solutions. Wonder why the doctors didn’t mention this in their video. Perhaps too many people can’t be trusted to make up a safe solution. Perhaps people make it too salty. Or…. Maybe there’s been “randomised” tests/experiments/trials in these modern times that render centuries’ old remedies as obsolete. 🥴
I have hypertension and have been told not to have much salt. I've never had the habit of adding extra salt to prepared foods. I add it to my cooking andd occasionally to some fruit. I don't know how else to reduce it without having bland food.
Just buy a salt substitute such as No-Salt. But make Sure you're NOT taking an ACE inhibitor for high blood pressure! It can increase the potassium in your blood to very dangerous levels!😉
I had hyponatremia due to a medication. I became very confused, and as a nurse I knew something was wrong. I called a friend to take me to the hospital. Best phone call i ever made.
I very rarely add salt to my food. I ahve hypertension and try to avoid salt if I can. However there are sometimes I just crave it. Thanks for the info I am going to me more mindful of the salt in my diet. 🧂
You Gents are amazing in the topics you cover. All so interesting and educating. I’m in Canada 🇨🇦, and interesting enough, both my Parents in their elder years had low salt/blood sodium … I’m a pink Himalayan but sparingly.
I LOVE salt I add it to all my meals. I even put it on my pineapple, apples, watermelon, I can't even imagine eating a meal without it. I'm 64 the only thing that I have is my cholesterol is a little on the high side. I've been this way all my life, what's wrong with me? Why do I crave it so much.😔😔
Salt is essential for the management of blood pressure, blood volume and control of intracellular pressure. Too little causes havoc in every space in the human body. Glucose massively interferes with salt’s ability to regulate fluid shifts. About 25% of your brain is cholesterol lowering your cholesterol gives you a 7% higher risk of dementia. Know the scientific truth about how your body works.
My dad had Menieres (sp?) disease and was told not to eat salt, so he did that for years. He also had heart and kidney failure. Had to go on dialysis for 3 years. Finally his doctor said he could have salt, which made him happy. I wonder if those factors combined contributed to his health problems. Side note, i was diagnosed with hyponatremia years ago because i rarely ate salt. Sorry for the rambling.
I'm switching from sea salt which may contain microplastics from the plastics we dispose in the ocean to regular or iodized Morton salt, may try pink salt again, I also take trace mineral supplements.
I typically don’t eat processed foods and I have increased my salt intake due to my activity, sweet etc.im 64 and work out about 2 hours every other day. I add honey and salt to my water and it has given me more energy.
Hi Dr Zalzal. You can bake with table salt but you'll be disappointed if you use it for pickle making. For crisp pickles, one needs to use salt without any additives. I use Kosher salt for the best, crispy cucumber pickles. ❤
Salt is interesting to study. From a cooking perspective, brining turkey, etc., but with the osmosis that occurs, little sodium is absorbed. Chefs/good cooks salt raw proteins, especially a steak and let it sit up to overnight, and it draws excess moisture out and results in superior searing without tasting salty, etc. It's not so much the sodium that we cook with that concerns me, it is the amount in processed foods. Food labels are tricky at times in the USA. An innocent appearing item such as catsup, that may not taste salty is measured in a tablespoon with sodium with food labeling here does not sound high. However, when you consider that some can easily use 1/4 cup ( 4 tablespoons) of catsup along side their French fries, you have met or exceeded your sodium intake for the day. I have used some upscale French salts that were impressive with a LITTLE going a long way. I broke the tradition of automatically using the salt shaker when eating years ago. Yes, I know tomatoes, etc. will likely always need it. Taste things first before salting. Once you break bad habits with salting, processed food will soon taste inedible to you.
First I want to say I watch and appreciate your channel. It is both informative and entertaining. One thing Dr. Weaning said during this video was the term "African-American". My understanding is that you practice medicine in Canada. Why wouldn't you say African-Canadian? It just seemed a little odd to me.
I recently had to have a kidney removed and have to limit salt intake so what would be the best for my diet? I do have high BP but have been able to drop 2 of the 3 meds since the kidney removal. Suggestions?? Ty
Man is a mammal therefore his bodily development begins with the suckling of his mother’s milk. This is the model food for man for his entire life. It is generally known that breast milk contains: water, protein, fat, some carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Everyone focuses on protein, fat and carbohydrates as the main components of energy. These are all necessary but no one asks the question of what is needed to provide electrical impulses to the muscles. It is calcium. Smooth muscle fibers are found in the walls of hollow visceral organs such as the liver, pancreas and intestines. The heart is one big muscle. Skeletal muscle fibers are found in muscles that are attached to the skeleton. Calcium enables muscles to function properly, including contraction and diastole, which is necessary for every movement, every heartbeat, every movement of the intestines, pancreas and liver. As we know, the muscle that can never stop is the heart. So the brain will always consider it a priority to get calcium ions to the heart muscle. There is a widespread belief that calcium is mainly needed for building bones. And this is the biggest lie that is publicly presented. It is enough to ask a basic question: if calcium is used mainly for bone building, why does the body prefer to endure bone and joint pain due to osteoporosis, why can it even allow bone fractures due to weakening of bones so that a person cannot move to look for food? Why does it prefer to suck all the calcium out of the teeth exposing a person to digestive problems due to lack of chewing food (for the organism the artificial jaw does not exist). Now that we know that this is a fact, the second question is: where is the calcium so important if the body robs the bones and joints of it? Well, the priority is precisely the continuous work of the heart. Then the work of the limbs and organs that have muscles. The conclusion is clear that bones are an iron reservoir of calcium, which must always be on hand. That bones are a storehouse is evidenced by the fact that they can knit together, that is, rebuild their structure with calcium. It is a storehouse for issuing and receiving calcium. Daily standards for calcium intake: women aged 19-50 years - 1000 mg, women aged >51 years - 1200 mg, men aged 19-65 years - 1000 mg, men aged >66 years - 1200 mg, pregnancy and lactation 50 years - 2000 mg/day. These are, of course, averaged values but are quite authoritative. Thus, any lower supply of calcium to the body means tapping into reserves in the bones. That’s why many elderly people already have depleted calcium stores and suffer from a variety of bone disorders: fractures, back pain, joint pain, dental cavities. It also has a great impact on the psyche. I would argue that addiction to all stimulants such as coffee, cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, addiction to emotional sensations, sports, sex are masking low access to energy. We consume energy in abundance yet our transmission network is inefficient. Therefore, the body seeks moments when it is not at such low energy levels. For example, how does coffee work? When it is in the blood it has the property of abundantly pulling calcium out of the muscles and letting it circulate through the circulatory system. Then one feels arousal because the main internal organs have temporary full access to energy while some muscles do not, and that is why they may tremble, for example, hands or eyelids because there are disruptions in the contraction and diastole of muscles that lack calcium. Some say that coffee leaches magnesium and that’s why there are these tremors. Nothing could be further from the truth. Coffee per balance provides more magnesium than it excretes due to its diuretic nature. So homeostasis or energy balance must be restored in the body so that it begins to function properly. When the human body is saturated with calcium it will not seek more sensations. It will not throw itself on carbohydrates - a source of quick energy. The need for energy in general will decrease and stimulants will become unattractive. Then you can even risk saying: take care of your calcium levels and eat what you want. This is because nature enters its proper rotation and selects for itself what it needs in the right amounts. That’s when you get back to the right weight and proper fitness. And what are the best sources of calcium? Dairy products are known to be high in calcium, however, consumption of dairy products is associated with more or less problem of mucus formation in the body as an immune response so it should not be the main source of calcium. In my opinion, the best source of calcium is eggshell. One whole eggshell weighing 6g contains 2g of calcium, which is exactly the highest tolerable calcium intake for adults over 50, and half a shell provides the total daily calcium requirement. Shells are best eaten raw and with the peel where the collagen is to preserve all the biological values of the shell, ground or crushed for better absorption (wash off or avoid the paint from the stamp marking the origin of the egg). If you cannot tolerate eggshell, you can supplement calcium with calcium citrate, which is a relatively inexpensive supplement. This citrate does not cause constipation and is well absorbed. You can start with a dose of 500mg of calcium per dose. Time of consumption indifferent. It is best mixed with food. Its taste is indifferent and does not affect the taste of food. In this way you can withdraw any bone pain, spine, joints. If there are short-lived pains somewhere in the body, it is a sign that the body is beginning to rebuild damaged tissues.
I had 2 parents with HTN @ 40, mother 100s/100s! So, I grew up eating low salt. I don't add salt to food & eat low salt foods. My dr. told me, "I can't believe I need to tell you to add more salt to your diet! after seeing my labs. There was a triathlon guy who only drank water, dropped his sodium very low. They had to raise his sodium, but very slowly. I get it, eat salt!
@@psynurse Sugar not salt is the driving factor behind hypertension. My blood pressure on average was 174/92 with a mostly vegetable, low fat and low salt diet. Then I quit all sugars and carbs (grains, fruits, & vegetables) and started eating a mostly high fat, meat, and dairy diet with large amounts of salt. Now my blood pressure is averaging 118/72 as well as my blood sugar dropping from 250 to 90. Lost 75 lbs in 1 year eating carnivore as well.
I tried Redmond salt for a couple of days but did not feel good after, so I threw it out! I didn't think iodine was added to sea salt, but was pleasantly surprised that my Costco sea salt did have iodine in it. Thanks for this video.
Here’s a question: Does it matter when you eat salt? My breakfast routine has no salt, but I do get some through the day and at dinner. Does that work?
I personally find if I don't have salt early I can't retain water well and pee out everything I drink but still feel thirsty. Adding in salt in the morning has caused me to be far less thirsty during the day.
Was surprised you didn't mention the recent interventional study from China showing the benefit for hypertension from substitution of potassium salt for 25% of dietary sodium salt. Also, the FDA minimum requirement for iodine was determined way back when the amount needed to avoid goiter, then prevalent in parts of the Midwest, was established. As you probably know, iodine is essential for every cell in the body, and most of our reserves are found in the thyroid gland, for the important function of thyroid hormone production. A convenient way to supplement both iodine and potassium for those with dietary insufficiency is with an appropriately low concentration of potassium Iodide, as may be found in a 2-5% Lugol's solution.
I broke my hip in a traumatic fall. Within 24 hrs I had a partial hip replacement. Because I live alone, I was sent to a Skilled Nursing Facility for recovery. Blood work done there revealed hyponatremia and the doctor told me to add salt. My mom never added salt and neither did I. So at age 80 I was for the first time adding salt. The irony was the nursing facility kept a salt-free kitchen. I had to specifically request salt packets each day.
@@TalkingWithDocsYou never heard of hyponatremia before? I have it and every day drink sea salt and Dr Berg or other Potassium electrolytes to keep my levels in balance. I've done this for years since I was diagnosed after a trip to the ER. LOW BLOOD SODIUM IS A REAL THING. I might add I don't eat typical processed foods.
Hey Docs, you forgot something that is very important. BLUE salt, used on frozen streets or sidewalks is very dangerous. Sometimes little kids pick it up to eat. The blue color, often, is arsenic used as an anti cacking additive. Thanks for your videos.
could you address how to safely consume products used for electrolyte replacement? how do we use them, how much is too much, how do we (re) hydrate with them, safely?
I have low salt in blood tests. It is because i drink a lot of water and exersice. I drink at least 2 liters per day. I drink that amount not because i need it, but because i want it. Dietinian recomended always add pinch of salt to water. Recommended to use somehting like hymalayan, celtic sea salt. Because of preperation methods table salt has much less trace elements.
if we eat too much salt (I had a big arch meal the other day and felt my bp) how can we more quickly get rid of it? more water didn't seem to help flush it out as i just retained it. Thanks!
Eat an avocado 🥑 or buy No Salt in the salt section at the supermarket. Avocados are high in potassium and No Salt is a salt substitute composed of potassium. Potassium has the opposite effect on the body as salt, and it will quickly help to desalinate you. If you use No Salt, take about 1/2 tsp. in 1 cup of water. You can repeat in one hour if you are still bloated, but no more. Too much potassium, like too much salt, is damaging.
I use Redmand Real Salt because it makes sense to me to use something in its more natural form. More minerals perhaps, I remember the day when there were no studies that linked smoking to lung cancer, but we all knew that smoking was bad for you even without the study.
When we were in Italy during June/July timeframe, my ankles swelled from walking on the hot top all day. I don't understand how Italians can eat so much processed meats like mortadella, salami? These cold cuts are also part of their breakfast. How come they aren't experiencing side effects like my swollen ankles?
For summer hikes, especially where the temperature is 90°F or more, I’ve noticed that my clothes, hat, and walking pole straps end up with bands of salt from sweat. My blood pressure goes down after the hikes (I do drink enough water, pee is light color, so it’s not dehydration) and I crave salty foods like potato chips. How would you balance the salt lost in sweat with increased salt intake?
I've had hyponatremia for years. While I am diabetic with a larger water intake than what I expect the average person to consume, even with cutting that down and increasing my salt intake my sodium numbers are always on the low side. I'm working with my doctor to figure this out. For what it's worth I normally use Himalayan Pink salt only because it sounds cool. :)
I'm a long distance runner who is a heavy salty sweater (maybe partially because I also carry at least one CF gene) and I am so confused about the constant debate in the running world about salt intake, especially during long hot runs or races. I have recently started adding LMNT to my electrolyte/carb drink to supplement my sodium, since I have low blood pressure along with the sweat issue. Not sure whether I really should be or even benefit from it as there is conflicting information. I am not normally a salt adder to my prepared food after cooking and eat whole foods plant based.🤔
I have seen that sugar not salt is the driving factor behind hypertension. My blood pressure on average was 174/92 with a mostly vegetable, low fat and low salt diet. Then I quit all sugars and carbs (grains, fruits, & vegetables) and started eating a mostly high fat, meat, and dairy diet with large amounts of salt. Now my blood pressure is averaging 118/72 as well as my blood sugar dropping from 250 to 90. What I like most is I never feel that hungry and have finally lost weight. The mostly vegan diet was supposed to be a heart healthy diet to loose weight but I gained weight and felt like I was starving all the time. My wife and I prefer the carnivore way.
I ride my bike at high intensity 3-5 times a week. These rides last on average 2-4 hrs each. In the last 2 years I am increasingly finding that I get muscle cramps. On several occasions I have caused what i believe are torn muscles from these cramps. This year I came to the conclusion that my issue was a lack of electrolytes. Now I find that whenever I start cramping I take an electrolyte tab. This has worked well except that I do get fluid retention and a feeling of being full. I also purchased a sweat sensor. According to the sweat sensor I am losing 4000 - 9000 mg of sodium on my rides. I tend to take in 1/3 to 1/2 the above numbers in electrolytes. This keeps the cramping under control. My blood pressure is generally 105/70 to 135/80. Currently I am 56. I would love a more scientific method of dosing my electrolytes…
We use "Redmond Real Salt" from the salt beds of Utah. Unrefined, ancient sea salt with a subtle, sweet flavor. Best tasting salt ever and good for you in moderation. Untouched by the chemicals and waste you get in the oceans of today. Can order it online.
Hi can you speak to any studies pointing to the RATIO of potassium to salt being more important than the raw amount of each (since they interact with each other with opposite functions)? I've read we should aim for 2 or 3:1 potassium-sodium ratio and historically we used to consume much more potassium than salt. Any truth to this?
Redman salt and Himalayan salt are essentially the same. The red may in part be due to iron oxide but most is due to trace amounts of Potassium Chloride (which is a red colour). Sea salt is extracted from our salt water (eg Mediterranean sea) and very likely contains microplastics. Both Redman salt and Himalayan salt are from ancient seas and have no microplastics. Hope this helps.
I use Redmond's because it's from the US - not sure about the purity of some of the Himalayan salts. Hasn't changed my life, but I like it.
I don't eat prepared foods at home - cook from scratch, mostly veggies and some meat or fish or eggs. Never eat at fast foid restaurants, don't eat out much. I don't use a lot of salt, and I've never had a problem.
Love that approach
For Xmas ages ago, my lil brother sent me Redmond salt in a Corona bottle shaker. By the time it was gone, I was totally into the Redmond taste. Come to find out, Redmond is rated up there with Celtic salt. 👍 I cook too. Rather go hungry than eat out at most places the junk they serve.
My sister is managing her diabetes with diet alone. Her husband was put on a salt restricted diet, and to keep it simple she cut down on salt also. Her blood sugar started to go off the charts high for no apparent reason even while still watching her diet. She talked to her doctor and started to increase her salt intake and her blood sugar returned back to manageable levels!
Would love a video on Electrolytes…is it really necessary to be adding this supplement to your water? Thanks:)
This would be interesting. I think, but am not a scientist, that electrolytes are good for kids who are sick with stomach flu and throwing up, and elderly people who do not drink enough water, and athletes who regularly work out and sweat a lot. Other than that, I don't think you need to. I think if you drink water before, during and after a regular workout, not a pro-athlete one, that your electrolytes will stay in balance. Also, bananas are good for electrolytes. Let's see if the Docs do one on this.
When I’m feeling sick drinking Coconut water helps me feel better quicker along with Zinc and Vitamin C. My doctor recommended this to me.
My daughter, who has had issues with POTS, was told by her cardiologist to increase her salt intake to help reduce the symptoms and thankfully it has helped her
More information on management of POTS would be so helpful. Future topic?! Help to inform the public of POTS, which is often misdiagnosed and difficult to treat.
Have you looked into the carnivore diet for POTS?
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G daughter has pots since covid. Walmart salt tablets stopped pots cold...and gave her kidney stones somehow. Covid is a life changer
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Interesting, my blood pressure has been a little low for years, I do eat a lot of salt on my meals, but do feel I need it. I don’t suffer from any of the effects you mentioned, but was surprised to hear our bodies deal with it differently. Thanks guys, another fantastic vid.
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I had terrible nighttime leg cramps and was told to increase magnesium--terrible diarrhea, muscle cramps continued. Then I was told to increase electrolytes. Still had tortuous leg cramps. Then I started adding more salt to my diet. Presto--leg cramps disappeared and have stayed gone. Probably important to note that I rarely eat at restaurants and don't eat meat or processed foods.
Thanks for sharing!
I think Dysautonomia, in general, is either on the rise or at least being better recognized. Under that umbrella diagnosis is Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). My middle daughter was diagnosed with POTS around age 14. My youngest is now showing symptoms. I was never officially dxd by definitely am symptomatic. My middle daughter also has kidneys that seem to push her electrolytes too quickly. She was old by her cardiologist to suck on the Himalayan rock salt as much as she wants. She also gets a liter of Lactated Ringers Solution daily (plus a bunch of NS with meds) because she doesn't absorb enough through her GI tract. I find myself needing to drink electrolyte infused drinks (less all of the sugar!) or I get off kilter.
I like that you guys make it clear that salt is a necessary mineral for life. Too many people try to cut all salt out of their diets! They don't realize that all electrical impulses in our bodies are made by what is called the sodium potassium pump. No salt, no impulses. No life! But balance is key, as in all things!
Hey Docs! Thanks again for yet another in-depth video. This is certainly helpful, shining the light as it were on the world of salt and how it impacts the body!
Glad it was helpful!
You guys do a good job of mixing the nerdy technical words with the "user friendly " version
Thanks!
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The Doctors eyes will surely be salty reading your heart warming comment.
Good things, yes in moderation, but generally, for health,harmful things should be minimized or avoided.
Not really though. Many things should be completely avoided.
Thank you so much for the clear explanation. I feel like u guys are directly teaching me. Like your my teacher. Yet in such a nice non judge mental way. Love listening. And so informative
Wow thanks so much
I really enjoy these longer videos. Thank you!
Glad you like them!
Really? My attention span just isn't that long.
Great video above. Requesting that you also do one on magnesium. This was one of my fave elements to study in school. While it can be therapeutic, I think it is confusing to most to consider as a supplement. There are several different forms of it, and one form can cause diarrhea, hence the "magnesia" in Milk of Magnesia. The RDA in the USA for vitamins/supplements is often questioned as being sufficient with all. Do we need a supplement for magnesium, does this require bloodwork to determine? If we want to supplement it, what is a safe form and dose?
We have two videos on magnesium. One general one. And one on the best type. You should watch them!
I eat, crave, and enjoy a lot of salt. My blood pressure has always been and remains textbook. I thought I was in the clear. Today I learned about potential damage to the interior of blood vessels, which I was not aware of. Thank you.
I thought that was only if you snort it.😊
Thanks
Thanks so much ! Too kind !
Thank you for posting this video. I’d like to hear your thoughts on the electrolyte products that are being advertised by many fitness influencers. These are very high in sodium. What type of exercise would warrant taking electrolytes? Thanks 😊
Thanks to Talking With Docs. for an excellent presentation. Good jokes too! Thanks Dr.'s-you're worth ur salt? Salutations and great vlog. Proud, to be a long time fan of the channel.I am learning a lot!
Hey, is sea salt the same as Celtic salt I have been told Celtic salt is the best because of all of the minerals. I hope you see this question and answer. Love your show thanks guys.
Celtic salt may be a bit better with the NaCl content in the high 80s
Interesting because I've heard many other Drs also citing research that show not everyone is salt sensitive therefore do not have BP issues from use.... and that is based on science as well
Not sure if you actually watched the video as we said exactly this. 50 percent of hypertensive people and 25 percent of everyone else are salt sensitive
I did start start using Redmond’s salt recently. It may just be wishful thinking, but I thing the flavor profile has more depth than normal sea salt or iodized table salt.
Yes this is a common sentiment. Good luck!
Even though I've cut down on "scrolling" through YT, trying to keep it down to "what is useful," I still watch these two wonderful doctors for their energy and good vibe spirit. I am going into hip replace surgery shortly. No time for it but hey. It's not up to me. Life winds down to the small things. Mobility is compromised. Worries about what kind of nerve damage will I suffer? More aware of the sawing through my femur bone. It sure must take a toll on the body, although most people say they feel instant pain relief. I sure am looking forward to that part of it all. Thanks docs, for sharing your insights.
I’ve had both hips replaced. The pain is gone!
@@cindyjones8284 I had hip replacement surgery 2 years ago. I still have some nerve damage but my exercise helps.
Hi, I crave salt at times, as well as craving my fav guys in blue. A few times, I have been told that my sodium levels were too low and to increase my salt intake. Don't know why. Any comment? Thanks, love your videos!!
Yes this can happen. Usually responds well to increased salt intake. Hope it helps. Thanks for always watching!
Love all your videos. Learn so much and enjoy the delivery. Have chronic high BP and haven't touched a salt shaker in many years. Have been on the diuretic of 25mg of HCT daily to offset water retention (to fight the salt) but not much help. Seems genetics can influence BP over lifestyle. Am OK BMI (right at 25), and work out most days but know I need to do more to get in 120/80 BP range. Still in 140s+/80s range even with ARB and ACE inhibitors daily with HCT. Frustrating.
In New Zealand we can get what is called "Lo Salt" which I use; it's got 66% less sodium than table salt and partly replaced by potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, and ammonium chloride. The manufacturer says there is enough sodium in most foods and we don't need any extra! Have you heard about this?
Yes there are some similar potassium swaps here
I make my own eye wash for dry eyes. I use my own distilled water (Waterwise distiller). And I used to use Himalayan pink salt, and I suspect it gave me pink eye! So I switched to Salina’s Celtic sea salt. Boil half cup distilled water with one quarter teaspoon of sea salt. Cool. Store in fridge. Make new batch once a week. Use glass eye cup or a tablespoon works also. Here is the kicker! My vision went back to 20-20. I prefer room temp so set a days worth in a convenient cupboard and change out every morning. It seems like I give my eyes a drink of water as often as my mouth I’m 78
Thisis extremely interesting to me! My eyes do not make tears (due to complication of surgery) and I hv to use gel which presents its own problems. I’m going to try this. Suggestions?
Himalayan all the way! Great video docs. Dr. Paul just came off of a 12 hour shift though I believe, he appears bushed😢
Redmans all the way
Thanks for sharing. We do film in the early morning and Dr Zalzal just got a new puppy
@@TalkingWithDocs congratulations on the new pup! They can certainly be more work through the night than newborns!
Love your site! Have you done a video on low NA blood test? If not could you consider one. Thank you!
We have not and we can add it to the list for sure
Thank you!
As always, informative and entertaining. Thanks for sharing.
I use iodised salt, potassium salt, mixed herb salt. Please explain about electrolytes, thankyou.
Can you please make a video on Cramps and if there is any relation between cramps and Salt deficiency/intake?
So like what do yall use to season food?
My family kids that I'm a "saltaholic" (I even have salt shakers on my desk) but my blood pressure is fine so far. I remember my grandfather being the same way-- dinner couldn't begin until the salt shaker was beside his plate. The only things I don't salt are butter, pickles, and bacon. I've managed to ditch gluten (arthritis) and caffeine (was drinking too much, jittery) but salt is my Final Boss to face. When the doc tells me it's time to cut back, I will, but it's gonna suck. I love salt so much.
I'm one of them that struggle with low bp episodes (vasovagal), and was fold to add more salt to my diet.
I actually am not big on salt (flavor wise).
Like I don't mind it when it is added while the food is cooking, but I don't like adding salt on top of my food after the food is done cooking.
So I try to just add a little extra while cooking my food then.
My step dad would say a swim in the sea healed all, he alsi said every 7th wave was largest! Mom would say to put salt on a gum's canker to heal, ouch! Beautiful weather, sucks to be anywhere else!
Applying salt to a canker sore really works. Stings a little but works.
A tiny bit of salt diluted in cooled boiled water is good to gargle if you have mouth sores or tonsillitis according to our elderly family doctor when I was a little girl. Our elderly veterinary also recommended washing out wounds on our horses using similar saline solutions. Wonder why the doctors didn’t mention this in their video. Perhaps too many people can’t be trusted to make up a safe solution. Perhaps people make it too salty. Or….
Maybe there’s been “randomised” tests/experiments/trials in these modern times that render centuries’ old remedies as obsolete.
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Exceptional presentations! Thank you, Docs!!!
I have hypertension and have been told not to have much salt. I've never had the habit of adding extra salt to prepared foods. I add it to my cooking andd occasionally to some fruit. I don't know how else to reduce it without having bland food.
Agreed
I really enjoy your videos doctors, so instructive and entertaining.
Can you tell me how you can get the potassium chloride substitute that you discussed? Thanks
Just buy a salt substitute such as No-Salt. But make Sure you're NOT taking an ACE inhibitor for high blood pressure! It can increase the potassium in your blood to very dangerous levels!😉
I had hyponatremia due to a medication. I became very confused, and as a nurse I knew something was wrong. I called a friend to take me to the hospital. Best phone call i ever made.
Yes meds can do this
Which meds do this??? @@TalkingWithDocs
I always use small amounts of Celtic salt love you guys keep up the good work
I very rarely add salt to my food. I ahve hypertension and try to avoid salt if I can. However there are sometimes I just crave it. Thanks for the info I am going to me more mindful of the salt in my diet. 🧂
Another informative video. Thanks docs!
You Gents are amazing in the topics you cover. All so interesting and educating. I’m in Canada 🇨🇦, and interesting enough, both my Parents in their elder years had low salt/blood sodium … I’m a pink Himalayan but sparingly.
I don’t use much salt but when I do I use a brand called ‘Heart Salt’ which replaces a percentage of the sodium with potassium. 🇦🇺
I love you two! I watch all your videos. Keep them coming! So helpful!
I LOVE salt I add it to all my meals. I even put it on my pineapple, apples, watermelon, I can't even imagine eating a meal without it. I'm 64 the only thing that I have is my cholesterol is a little on the high side. I've been this way all my life, what's wrong with me? Why do I crave it so much.😔😔
Do you sweat a lot
Same with me! And Nope,.. I don't sweat a lot!!😉
@@limitisillusion7 Not at all, it's actually quite the opposite
@@12moodyblues Hmm, idk then. I definitely crave salty foods, but I'm pretty active.
Salt is essential for the management of blood pressure, blood volume and control of intracellular pressure. Too little causes havoc in every space in the human body. Glucose massively interferes with salt’s ability to regulate fluid shifts. About 25% of your brain is cholesterol lowering your cholesterol gives you a 7% higher risk of dementia. Know the scientific truth about how your body works.
My dad had Menieres (sp?) disease and was told not to eat salt, so he did that for years. He also had heart and kidney failure. Had to go on dialysis for 3 years. Finally his doctor said he could have salt, which made him happy. I wonder if those factors combined contributed to his health problems. Side note, i was diagnosed with hyponatremia years ago because i rarely ate salt. Sorry for the rambling.
Adding salt into my diet transformed my health positively. The current nutritional beliefs are bad for many of us.
I'm switching from sea salt which may contain microplastics from the plastics we dispose in the ocean to regular or iodized Morton salt, may try pink salt again, I also take trace mineral supplements.
A couple of Old Salts 🧂with some interesting notes on sodium chloride and its effects on the human body.
I typically don’t eat processed foods and I have increased my salt intake due to my activity, sweet etc.im 64 and work out about 2 hours every other day. I add honey and salt to my water and it has given me more energy.
Had low sodium at a checkup. Added some salt back to diet. I exercise 6 days week.
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Hi Dr Zalzal. You can bake with table salt but you'll be disappointed if you use it for pickle making. For crisp pickles, one needs to use salt without any additives. I use Kosher salt for the best, crispy cucumber pickles. ❤
Salt is interesting to study. From a cooking perspective, brining turkey, etc., but with the osmosis that occurs, little sodium is absorbed. Chefs/good cooks salt raw proteins, especially a steak and let it sit up to overnight, and it draws excess moisture out and results in superior searing without tasting salty, etc. It's not so much the sodium that we cook with that concerns me, it is the amount in processed foods. Food labels are tricky at times in the USA. An innocent appearing item such as catsup, that may not taste salty is measured in a tablespoon with sodium with food labeling here does not sound high. However, when you consider that some can easily use 1/4 cup ( 4 tablespoons) of catsup along side their French fries, you have met or exceeded your sodium intake for the day. I have used some upscale French salts that were impressive with a LITTLE going a long way. I broke the tradition of automatically using the salt shaker when eating years ago. Yes, I know tomatoes, etc. will likely always need it. Taste things first before salting. Once you break bad habits with salting, processed food will soon taste inedible to you.
Well said!
First I want to say I watch and appreciate your channel. It is both informative and entertaining. One thing Dr. Weaning said during this video was the term "African-American". My understanding is that you practice medicine in Canada. Why wouldn't you say African-Canadian? It just seemed a little odd to me.
I recently had to have a kidney removed and have to limit salt intake so what would be the best for my diet? I do have high BP but have been able to drop 2 of the 3 meds since the kidney removal. Suggestions?? Ty
Man is a mammal therefore his bodily development begins with the suckling of his mother’s milk. This is the model food for man for his entire life. It is generally known that breast milk contains: water, protein, fat, some carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Everyone focuses on protein, fat and carbohydrates as the main components of energy. These are all necessary but no one asks the question of what is needed to provide electrical impulses to the muscles. It is calcium. Smooth muscle fibers are found in the walls of hollow visceral organs such as the liver, pancreas and intestines. The heart is one big muscle. Skeletal muscle fibers are found in muscles that are attached to the skeleton. Calcium enables muscles to function properly, including contraction and diastole, which is necessary for every movement, every heartbeat, every movement of the intestines, pancreas and liver. As we know, the muscle that can never stop is the heart. So the brain will always consider it a priority to get calcium ions to the heart muscle. There is a widespread belief that calcium is mainly needed for building bones. And this is the biggest lie that is publicly presented. It is enough to ask a basic question: if calcium is used mainly for bone building, why does the body prefer to endure bone and joint pain due to osteoporosis, why can it even allow bone fractures due to weakening of bones so that a person cannot move to look for food? Why does it prefer to suck all the calcium out of the teeth exposing a person to digestive problems due to lack of chewing food (for the organism the artificial jaw does not exist). Now that we know that this is a fact, the second question is: where is the calcium so important if the body robs the bones and joints of it? Well, the priority is precisely the continuous work of the heart. Then the work of the limbs and organs that have muscles. The conclusion is clear that bones are an iron reservoir of calcium, which must always be on hand. That bones are a storehouse is evidenced by the fact that they can knit together, that is, rebuild their structure with calcium. It is a storehouse for issuing and receiving calcium. Daily standards for calcium intake: women aged 19-50 years - 1000 mg, women aged >51 years - 1200 mg, men aged 19-65 years - 1000 mg, men aged >66 years - 1200 mg, pregnancy and lactation 50 years - 2000 mg/day. These are, of course, averaged values but are quite authoritative. Thus, any lower supply of calcium to the body means tapping into reserves in the bones. That’s why many elderly people already have depleted calcium stores and suffer from a variety of bone disorders: fractures, back pain, joint pain, dental cavities. It also has a great impact on the psyche. I would argue that addiction to all stimulants such as coffee, cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, addiction to emotional sensations, sports, sex are masking low access to energy. We consume energy in abundance yet our transmission network is inefficient. Therefore, the body seeks moments when it is not at such low energy levels. For example, how does coffee work? When it is in the blood it has the property of abundantly pulling calcium out of the muscles and letting it circulate through the circulatory system. Then one feels arousal because the main internal organs have temporary full access to energy while some muscles do not, and that is why they may tremble, for example, hands or eyelids because there are disruptions in the contraction and diastole of muscles that lack calcium. Some say that coffee leaches magnesium and that’s why there are these tremors. Nothing could be further from the truth. Coffee per balance provides more magnesium than it excretes due to its diuretic nature.
So homeostasis or energy balance must be restored in the body so that it begins to function properly. When the human body is saturated with calcium it will not seek more sensations. It will not throw itself on carbohydrates - a source of quick energy. The need for energy in general will decrease and stimulants will become unattractive. Then you can even risk saying: take care of your calcium levels and eat what you want. This is because nature enters its proper rotation and selects for itself what it needs in the right amounts. That’s when you get back to the right weight and proper fitness.
And what are the best sources of calcium? Dairy products are known to be high in calcium, however, consumption of dairy products is associated with more or less problem of mucus formation in the body as an immune response so it should not be the main source of calcium. In my opinion, the best source of calcium is eggshell. One whole eggshell weighing 6g contains 2g of calcium, which is exactly the highest tolerable calcium intake for adults over 50, and half a shell provides the total daily calcium requirement. Shells are best eaten raw and with the peel where the collagen is to preserve all the biological values of the shell, ground or crushed for better absorption (wash off or avoid the paint from the stamp marking the origin of the egg). If you cannot tolerate eggshell, you can supplement calcium with calcium citrate, which is a relatively inexpensive supplement. This citrate does not cause constipation and is well absorbed. You can start with a dose of 500mg of calcium per dose. Time of consumption indifferent. It is best mixed with food. Its taste is indifferent and does not affect the taste of food. In this way you can withdraw any bone pain, spine, joints. If there are short-lived pains somewhere in the body, it is a sign that the body is beginning to rebuild damaged tissues.
Very very interesting. Thank you.
Good video. Drs.could you please do a video on iron deficiency? Thanks in advance.
Will do soon
I had 2 parents with HTN @ 40, mother 100s/100s! So, I grew up eating low salt. I don't add salt to food & eat low salt foods. My dr. told me, "I can't believe I need to tell you to add more salt to your diet! after seeing my labs. There was a triathlon guy who only drank water, dropped his sodium very low. They had to raise his sodium, but very slowly. I get it, eat salt!
I have only used salt maybe a dozen times in 40yrs.... Still have high blood pressure despite weight loss, exercise, eating clean
That is awesome!
@@psynurse Sugar not salt is the driving factor behind hypertension. My blood pressure on average was 174/92 with a mostly vegetable, low fat and low salt diet. Then I quit all sugars and carbs (grains, fruits, & vegetables) and started eating a mostly high fat, meat, and dairy diet with large amounts of salt. Now my blood pressure is averaging 118/72 as well as my blood sugar dropping from 250 to 90. Lost 75 lbs in 1 year eating carnivore as well.
Love Redmonds, mined in the uSA
Mined in a state controlled by a nutjob cult that wears magic superman panties ..
Which is the best for electrolytes? ❤
Celtic salt. Look in to it😊
I like Celtic Sea Salt, Redmonds salt, and coconut water which has potassium for balance.
Potassium goes along with salt.
Moderate with moderation. The same goes for Celtic salt?
So it does have less sodium but still more than 85 percent NaCl.
I tried Redmond salt for a couple of days but did not feel good after, so I threw it out! I didn't think iodine was added to sea salt, but was pleasantly surprised that my Costco sea salt did have iodine in it. Thanks for this video.
Here’s a question: Does it matter when you eat salt? My breakfast routine has no salt, but I do get some through the day and at dinner. Does that work?
It’s likely the total consumed rather than the time
I personally find if I don't have salt early I can't retain water well and pee out everything I drink but still feel thirsty. Adding in salt in the morning has caused me to be far less thirsty during the day.
Was surprised you didn't mention the recent interventional study from China showing the benefit for hypertension from substitution of potassium salt for 25% of dietary sodium salt.
Also, the FDA minimum requirement for iodine was determined way back when the amount needed to avoid goiter, then prevalent in parts of the Midwest, was established. As you probably know, iodine is essential for every cell in the body, and most of our reserves are found in the thyroid gland, for the important function of thyroid hormone production. A convenient way to supplement both iodine and potassium for those with dietary insufficiency is with an appropriately low concentration of potassium Iodide, as may be found in a 2-5% Lugol's solution.
I broke my hip in a traumatic fall. Within 24 hrs I had a partial hip replacement. Because I live alone, I was sent to a Skilled Nursing Facility for recovery. Blood work done there revealed hyponatremia and the doctor told me to add salt. My mom never added salt and neither did I. So at age 80 I was for the first time adding salt. The irony was the nursing facility kept a salt-free kitchen. I had to specifically request salt packets each day.
Interesting
@@TalkingWithDocsYou never heard of hyponatremia before? I have it and every day drink sea salt and Dr Berg or other Potassium electrolytes to keep my levels in balance. I've done this for years since I was diagnosed after a trip to the ER. LOW BLOOD SODIUM IS A REAL THING. I might add I don't eat typical processed foods.
Hey Docs, you forgot something that is very important. BLUE salt, used on frozen streets or sidewalks is very dangerous. Sometimes little kids pick it up to eat. The blue color, often, is arsenic used as an anti cacking additive. Thanks for your videos.
Yes there are a few we didn’t talk about. That’s rock salt. Also Celtic sea salt. And softener salt
was hoping to hear you talk abt celtic
My friends use Celtic salt. Any thoughts?
could you address how to safely consume products used for electrolyte replacement? how do we use them, how much is too much, how do we (re) hydrate with them, safely?
Care to comment on microplastics in sea salt?
Seems like it is a real issue. It’s everywhere
I have low salt in blood tests. It is because i drink a lot of water and exersice. I drink at least 2 liters per day. I drink that amount not because i need it, but because i want it. Dietinian recomended always add pinch of salt to water. Recommended to use somehting like hymalayan, celtic sea salt. Because of preperation methods table salt has much less trace elements.
Very nice.
Great show, guys!
Why thank you!
Chemically, all ionic compounds are salts. However, NaCl is the one that we need the most in our diets.
Love u guys ❤. How long have you known each other? Great chemistry.
if we eat too much salt (I had a big arch meal the other day and felt my bp) how can we more quickly get rid of it? more water didn't seem to help flush it out as i just retained it. Thanks!
Eat an avocado 🥑 or buy No Salt in the salt section at the supermarket. Avocados are high in potassium and No Salt is a salt substitute composed of potassium. Potassium has the opposite effect on the body as salt, and it will quickly help to desalinate you. If you use No Salt, take about 1/2 tsp. in 1 cup of water. You can repeat in one hour if you are still bloated, but no more. Too much potassium, like too much salt, is damaging.
I use Redmand Real Salt because it makes sense to me to use something in its more natural form. More minerals perhaps, I remember the day when there were no studies that linked smoking to lung cancer, but we all knew that smoking was bad for you even without the study.
When we were in Italy during June/July timeframe, my ankles swelled from walking on the hot top all day. I don't understand how Italians can eat so much processed meats like mortadella, salami? These cold cuts are also part of their breakfast. How come they aren't experiencing side effects like my swollen ankles?
They likely are 😀
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If you use the salt without the iodine can you be at risk for thyroid issues like Hashimoto's?
What about liquid iv? Or blue salt? Are they a good thing?
I believe you said that a study demonstrates that NaCl damages the insides of our blood vessels.
Can you provide a citation to that study?
- Dan
Thanks Docs.
For summer hikes, especially where the temperature is 90°F or more, I’ve noticed that my clothes, hat, and walking pole straps end up with bands of salt from sweat. My blood pressure goes down after the hikes (I do drink enough water, pee is light color, so it’s not dehydration) and I crave salty foods like potato chips.
How would you balance the salt lost in sweat with increased salt intake?
I've had hyponatremia for years. While I am diabetic with a larger water intake than what I expect the average person to consume, even with cutting that down and increasing my salt intake my sodium numbers are always on the low side. I'm working with my doctor to figure this out. For what it's worth I normally use Himalayan Pink salt only because it sounds cool. :)
I'm a long distance runner who is a heavy salty sweater (maybe partially because I also carry at least one CF gene) and I am so confused about the constant debate in the running world about salt intake, especially during long hot runs or races. I have recently started adding LMNT to my electrolyte/carb drink to supplement my sodium, since I have low blood pressure along with the sweat issue. Not sure whether I really should be or even benefit from it as there is conflicting information. I am not normally a salt adder to my prepared food after cooking and eat whole foods plant based.🤔
Thank you
Thank You Doc🌿🪅🍃
I have seen that sugar not salt is the driving factor behind hypertension. My blood pressure on average was 174/92 with a mostly vegetable, low fat and low salt diet. Then I quit all sugars and carbs (grains, fruits, & vegetables) and started eating a mostly high fat, meat, and dairy diet with large amounts of salt. Now my blood pressure is averaging 118/72 as well as my blood sugar dropping from 250 to 90. What I like most is I never feel that hungry and have finally lost weight. The mostly vegan diet was supposed to be a heart healthy diet to loose weight but I gained weight and felt like I was starving all the time. My wife and I prefer the carnivore way.
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Yes, you’re right
Because salt is very important
I ride my bike at high intensity 3-5 times a week. These rides last on average 2-4 hrs each. In the last 2 years I am increasingly finding that I get muscle cramps. On several occasions I have caused what i believe are torn muscles from these cramps. This year I came to the conclusion that my issue was a lack of electrolytes. Now I find that whenever I start cramping I take an electrolyte tab. This has worked well except that I do get fluid retention and a feeling of being full. I also purchased a sweat sensor. According to the sweat sensor I am losing 4000 - 9000 mg of sodium on my rides. I tend to take in 1/3 to 1/2 the above numbers in electrolytes. This keeps the cramping under control. My blood pressure is generally 105/70 to 135/80. Currently I am 56. I would love a more scientific method of dosing my electrolytes…
We use "Redmond Real Salt" from the salt beds of Utah. Unrefined, ancient sea salt with a subtle, sweet flavor. Best tasting salt ever and good for you in moderation. Untouched by the chemicals and waste you get in the oceans of today. Can order it online.
Very interesting. Here in the UK the RDA for salt is “no more than 6g (6000mg).” I wonder why it’s double the USA RDA?
Some salts are iodized which is an issue for people (like me) who have a thyroid problem.
Thanx Docs, blessings 🙌
There is a wave with LMNT and other electrolyte supplements with sodium. Is this too much sodium???
It depends on the total amount of sodium in it. The goal is to stay under your daily restriction.
Hi can you speak to any studies pointing to the RATIO of potassium to salt being more important than the raw amount of each (since they interact with each other with opposite functions)?
I've read we should aim for 2 or 3:1 potassium-sodium ratio and historically we used to consume much more potassium than salt. Any truth to this?
Redman salt and Himalayan salt are essentially the same. The red may in part be due to iron oxide but most is due to trace amounts of Potassium Chloride (which is a red colour). Sea salt is extracted from our salt water (eg Mediterranean sea) and very likely contains microplastics. Both Redman salt and Himalayan salt are from ancient seas and have no microplastics. Hope this helps.
I use Celtic Sea salt… Unrefined and has a lower sodium chloride content