Letter to the Editor: Limiting Salt Works
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Thoroughly enjoyed Mr. Thurma’s letter (April) re: salt in response to Mr. Mitteldorf’s article (March). He beat me to it.
Most reputable medical authorities in this country suggest limiting one’s salt intake to 2400mg for those up to 55-60 and 1500mg for seniors beyond.
My BP was getting out of hand a couple of years ago and I then started to limit my salt intake. It’s now back to the 120s/130 over 70ish. Not bad for an 83-year-young senior who takes no medication.
— Lawrence H. Geller