High salt consumption generates effects that extend beyond blood and fluid systems. The consumption of high salt levels causes your stomach and gut to expand, while creating discomfort throughout the digestive system. This also leads to gas and abdominal pain, especially after you have eaten a salty meal. This happens because salt consumption delays the digestive process, and damages stomach lining tissues. The occurrence of bloating or digestive problems right after eating salty foods, may indicate that your salt consumption exceeds safe levels.
References
Signs you are eating too much salt: CarePlus, 2021
Warning signs from 1mg, 2024
WebMD on salt intake effects, 2025
Houston Methodist on salt symptoms, 2022
Disclaimer: : This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.
