Osteoporosis: Too Much Salt Can Weaken Your Bones
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Osteoporosis is a disease that makes bones more fragile and more likely to break. According to an article published by the website Doctissimo, certain common foods can contribute to this fragility, often without people realising it. Salt is one of the examples cited.
The mechanism described is as follows: an excess of sodium, found in table salt, increases the excretion of calcium through the urine. However, calcium is essential for bone strength. When the body loses more of it, bone mineral density can decrease over time, which increases the risk of fractures.
This phenomenon concerns everyday diet, because sodium is found not only in the salt shaker but also in many processed products, such as ready-made meals, cured meats, or certain cheeses. It is therefore sometimes difficult to know exactly how much salt one consumes each day.
The information available shows that diet plays an important role in bone health. For any questions about the prevention or treatment of osteoporosis, it is advisable to consult a doctor or a healthcare professional.
Sources: Doctissimo
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