The Claim
Excess salt intake, defined as habitual salting of food or consumption of high-sodium processed foods, is associated with a 31% increased risk of all-cause mortality in the general Russian adult population and a 41% increased risk in men, independent of other lifestyle factors.
What the research says
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People in Russia who regularly add salt to their food or eat a lot of processed foods with high sodium have a higher risk of dying from any cause compared to those who do not, with men showing a greater increase in risk.
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Excess salt intake, defined as habitual salting of food or consumption of high-sodium processed foods, is associated with a 31% increased risk of all-cause mortality in the general Russian adult population and a 41% increased risk in men, independent of other lifestyle factors.
Too much salt in the blood pulls water into blood vessels, making blood pressure rise. This pressure damages the inside of blood vessels over time, causing the heart and kidneys to work harder. The damaged vessels and stressed organs eventually fail, leading to death.
What the research says
1 studyThis study found that Russians who eat a lot of salt or add salt to their food are more likely to die sooner, especially men — even after accounting for smoking and other habits. The numbers match the claim exactly.
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