Makes me rather angry

That's interesting, Tink. I have some brothers in law who inherited a heart disease (cardiomyopathy, I think) and they are all on an extremely low sodium diet. So far, they are all doing well (that is, except for the one who passed away, sadly)

My husband, who is healthy (knock on wood) said he would never follow a diet like that. He said he would rather live a shorter happy life, than a longer life where he can't enjoy many of the foods that he loves.

Who knows what the right answer is? I agree with others-I think all things, in moderation, are fine. The secret is to know WHAT you are eating. So many people don't even realize how much sodium is in most processed foods. I, for one, never add salt to anything I eat (except french fries) And when I cook, I don't eliminate salt. But whatever amount of salt the recipe calls for, I will put in half that amount-that is my compromise.

Well, if nothing else-sounds like you can start enjoying more food that you haven't had for awhile!