Salt intake: Some facts and myths

The main reason to be worried about salt intake is blood pressure

There are many elements essential to life, and salt is one of them. Natural salt is an important part of many biological processes. Several studies have been conducted on the amount of salt one should consume as part of the daily diet. Salt is essential to maintain fluid balance in the body. Too little salt can result in weakness or even muscle spasms, while too much of it can lead to complications related to the heart.
 
The World Health Organisation recently issued guidelines on per-day salt consumption. According to these, adults should consume less than five grams of salt