Does salt affect diabetes?

Salt doesn't directly raise blood glucose levels, but my endocrinologist explained that diabetes increases your risk of cardiovascular issues. High sodium intake further stiffens blood vessels, so keeping salt below 5 grams a day is crucial to protect your heart.

I panicked so much when my father's doctor asked him to cut down on salt, thinking his diabetes had worsened. But the doctor reassured us that it is just a preventive measure to keep his heart healthy. Don't worry, just standard care!

I ignored my doctor's warnings about eating salty snacks while managing my diabetes, and ended up with kidney complications. Please don't make the same mistake. Get your kidney function tests (KFT) done and manage your salt strictly.

Since PCOS increases the risk of insulin resistance and hypertension, managing salt is very important to prevent bloating and water retention. I try to limit high-sodium processed foods, but it's always best to ask your doctor for a customized diet chart.

I was diagnosed with borderline pre-diabetes and high blood pressure last year. When I cut down on processed foods and reduced my extra table salt, my overall energy improved and my blood pressure stabilized, which helped my metabolism recover.