Salt is a key part of our diets. It's also vital for our survival, as dietitian Lena Beal, MS, RDN, LD and National Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics previously told USA TODAY.

There is a staggering variety of salt on store shelves, but you really only need a few kinds. Even Alex Guarnaschelli only ...

Salt is a common kitchen essential, but for people with high blood pressure, it’s also one of the most important ingredients to monitor. Whether added during cooking or sprinkled on meals, the type ...