that adults should consume no more than 2,400 milligrams (mg) of salt per day. That’s no more than one teaspoon of salt per day. Most people take in close to 3,400 mg each day, however.
Your kidneys are affected
Higher blood pressure can also lead to kidney failure. The arteries are strained, leading to forcing the kidneys to work harder. According to a 2013 study in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, chronic kidney disease patients saw improved function in the organ with decreased salt intake—and that may be because increased salt intake is what led to their kidney problems in the first place.
Your brain gets a bit foggy
When your blood pressure increases, it can also lead to clouded brain function. A 2011 study published in the Neurobiology of Aging found that a high-salt diet and non-active lifestyle leads to significantly more cognitive decline in older age.
Your risk of heart disease increases
In a 2017 study by the Cleveland Clinic, researchers found that those who ate more than 13.7 grams of salt daily nearly doubled their risk of heart failure over a 12-year follow-up period. An increased risk of developing heart failure was observed in subjects who consumed 6.8 grams or salt or greater.
So, in sum, please be mindful of your salt intake because more than likely, your body will tell you when enough is enough.