As per the new study, high levels of sodium that is commonly consumed through salt increase the risk of skin inflammation. Earlier studies have found the sodium present in the skin to be associated with autoimmune and chronic inflammatory conditions, such as eczema. New Delhi: Do you also like to add an extra pinch of salt to your daily food? Well, salt intake can not only increase your blood pressure but could also increase the risk of eczema, an inflammatory condition of skin that is marked by dry and itchy patches, according to a recent study.
As per the new study, high levels of sodium that is commonly consumed through salt increase the risk of skin inflammation. Earlier studies have found the sodium present in the skin to be associated with autoimmune and chronic inflammatory conditions, such as eczema. The study has also revealed that consuming fast food is known to contain excessive dietary sodium which is linked to a higher chance of eczema, including serious ones among teens.
One extra gram of sodium may raise the risk by 22 per cent Further, the study found that eating even one extra gram of sodium, more than the daily recommendations could raise the risk of eczema risk by 22 per cent. One gram of sodium is nearly about the amount present in half a teaspoon of table salt or a BigMac, a hamburger sold by McDonald’s the international fast food chain. According to the World Health Organization’s recommendation, taking less than two grams of sodium in a day is fine.
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