Too much salt linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes

In a recent Tulane University research, consuming a lot of salt may increase your risk of type 2 diabetes. Since the majority of Americans consume more sodium than is advised daily, researchers and professionals advocate lowering sodium intake.
Type 2 diabetes is becoming more and more common worldwide, which is concerning for healthcare and a major cause of death. Diabetes is a contributing factor in over a million fatalities worldwide each year.
According to reports, 462 million individuals were affected by type 2 diabetes in 2017, with a prevalence rate of 6,059 cases per 100,000. By 2030, type 2 diabetes is projected to increase to 7,079 cases per 100,000.
Individuals who are obese or over 45 and at risk of developing the illness are frequently encouraged to minimise their sugar intake, eat a balanced diet, and exercise frequently.
Reducing salt consumption may also help delay the onset of type 2 diabetes, according to recent Tulane University research (T2D).
“We already know that limiting salt can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and hypertension, but this study shows for the first time that taking the saltshaker off the table can help prevent Type 2 diabetes as well,” said lead study author Dr. Lu Qi, PhD, director of the Tulane University Obesity Research Center and professor at the School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, in a press release.