Research
Hormonal
High sodium intake above 4,000 mg/d leads to a linear increase in mean arterial pressure (MAP).
Practitioners should be aware that high sodium intake can significantly affect blood pressure.
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We find a linear increase in MAP for consumption above 4,000 mg/d.
Why this rating
Based on simulation results compared with empirical studies.
Source
How Much Sodium Should We Eat?
Chen Shen et al. · Progress in Preventive Medicine · 2019
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