Salt Cravings…what are the reasons for salt cravings. According to Cherie Calbom, M.S. and Maureen Keane, M.S., C.N. authors of Juicing for Life, it is often systematic of sickle cell anemia, various muscular disorders, high blood pressure, diabetes, or various other disorders.

Salt cravings can also be caused by dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances.

If you have occasional salt cravings, it could be due to adrenal stress, which can be the result of caffeine consumption.  Are you aware that  overstressed, weakened adrenal glands allow blood pressure and blood sugar levels to drop, which brings on fatigue. Even though salt can temporarily help the symptoms, it can also have negative long-term results.

Did you know that the average American consumes 15 pounds of salt a year?

If you are dealing with a lot of stress and adrenal exhaustion that could easily cause your salt cravings, eat foods that are high in…

• vitamin C – kale, parsley, green pepper, spinach
• Potassium – parsley, garlic, spinach, carrots
• Pantothenic acid – broccoli, cauliflower, kale
• vitamin B6 – kale, spinach, turnip greens, sweet peppers
• Magnesium – beet greens, spinach, parsley, garlic
• Zinc – ginger root, parsley, potato, garlic, carrot

As always consult a NMD or MD.