Is Sodium Chloride Harmful to Ingest? Understanding the Risks of Salt Overconsumption
                                
                                
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                                The World Health Organization reports that most people worldwide consume more than double the recommended daily sodium intake, primarily in the form of sodium chloride. This overconsumption can lead to a host of short-term side effects and serious long-term health complications.