Too much salt can disrupt the energy balance of immune cells and prevent them from functioning correctly. Read More
A new study reports salt could be a possible trigger for inflammation in multiple sclerosis. Researchers report cells in a high salt environment show activation of the beta catenin/Wnt signaling pathway, a pathway previously implicated in disrupting regulatory T cells and triggering inflammation. Read More
Researchers have identified a group of neurons that respond to sodium deficiency and drive the need to consume salt. Read More
A new study reports the production of a specific type of insulin receptor is required for gustatory memory during starvation in worms. Read More
A new study reports high sodium intake could be a novel risk factor for MS. Read More
Researchers find a fruit fly's salty taste sensation strategy could apply to other animals, even humans. Read More
