As the temperatures have been rising across the United States this summer, there's been a rise in TikToks touting the benefits of drinking water with salt. But is this trend worth its weight in salt, ...

When sodium meets mercury, the result is no ordinary metal—it’s sodium amalgam, a silvery alloy once used in industry. But behind its shine lies a chemical that reacts violently with water and spreads ...

Electrolytes are tasty, trendy, and may help you feel better during hard workouts, especially in the heat. As I’ve explained before, they’re over-marketed—it’s not like we all need electrolytes all ...

In some situations, consuming salt may help relieve migraine symptoms. However, it can cause it in others. Your doctor can help you better understand how sodium levels may affect your symptoms.

KANSAS CITY — Finding alternative ingredients for salt when reducing sodium means more than just maintaining taste. “Salt performs many functional roles in food applications,” said Jordan Timm, R&D ...