Chapter
The Science of Salt
46:40 - 59:52 (13:11)
Dr. Huberman explains the effects of low and high salt intake on the body, including reduced hazardous events with moderate intake, but warns about the danger of high salt intake causing damage to organs, including the brain.
Clips
While a high salt intake can be detrimental to your health, a moderate intake can actually reduce the number of hazardous events like cardiovascular events and stroke.
46:40 - 54:07 (07:27)
Summary
While a high salt intake can be detrimental to your health, a moderate intake can actually reduce the number of hazardous events like cardiovascular events and stroke. However, there are few studies exploring low, moderate, and high salt conditions in a controlled diet.
ChapterThe Science of Salt
EpisodeUsing Salt to Optimize Mental & Physical Performance
PodcastHuberman Lab
This episode of Huberman Lab discusses how sodium intake, at higher levels, can potentially benefit individuals with low blood pressure and other conditions.
54:07 - 59:52 (05:44)
Summary
This episode of Huberman Lab discusses how sodium intake, at higher levels, can potentially benefit individuals with low blood pressure and other conditions. The recommended level of sodium intake is 2.3 grams per day, which falls into the portion of the curve associated with a low risk of hazardous outcomes.