- Follow --
2 of 2 parts
Study: Too much salt in your diet can weaken your immune system
Listeria is bacteria that are found for instance in contaminated food and can cause fever, vomiting and sepsis. Urinary tract infections also healed much more slowly in laboratory mice fed a high-salt diet. Sodium chloride also appears to have a negative effect on the human immune system, the study said.
"We examined volunteers who consumed six grams of salt in addition to their daily intake, this is roughly the amount contained in two fast-food meals, i.e. two burgers and two portions of French fries," Kurtz said. After one week, the scientists took blood from participants and examined the granulocytes. The immune cells coped much worse with bacteria after the test participants had started to eat a high-salt diet.
In human volunteers, excessive salt intake also resulted in increased glucocorticoid levels. The best-known glucocorticoid cortisone is traditionally used to suppress inflammation, according to the study. "Only through investigations in an entire organism were we able to uncover the complex control circuits that lead from salt intake to this immunodeficiency," Kurts stressed.
Previous
Call for Stricter Regulations on Online Sales of Weight-Loss Drugs- Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds: A Nutrient Powerhouse
- Health Benefits of Dates: Nature Sweet Superfood
- Health Benefits of Jaggery Over Sugar: A Healthier Sweet Choice
- Health Benefits of Adding Asafoetida (Hing) to Your Food
- Health Benefits of Jeera: A Spice with Remarkable Healing Powers
Mixed Bag
- Bag Collection One Should Have in Their Wardrobe
A well-curated bag collection is an essential part of any wardrobe, combining functionality with fashion....... - How to Increase Blood Naturally: Simple Ways to Boost Hemoglobin Levels
Low hemoglobin levels or anemia can leave you feeling fatigued, weak, and drained. While it’s always...... - DIY Loaded Potato Skins with Unique Toppings
Crispy, golden potato skins loaded with delicious toppings are the perfect appetizer, snack, or party food...... - Astrology and Crystal Ball Gazing: Psychic Insights
Astrology and crystal ball gazing are two powerful practices that have been used for centuries to unlock the......
Most Popular
Picture Gallery
Dare To Share
Fear or Fight
My fiance does not know about my son and I am afraid that he will leave me once he finds out about this
Read More...- Shameful Regret
He is planning to divorce his wife and probably marry me. However, he has transferred the three parcels of land and a car they have into my name...
Read More... - Lover or Brother
I am 20 years old and in a relationship with a guy aged 24 years. My boyfriend is a brother to my cousin's.......
Read More...
check outclick money scam review. Recently, new review of click money is posted on clickmoneyscam.com