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CDC: US kids eat too much salt, as much as adults

American children eat as much salt as adults - about 1,000 milligrams too much, or the same amount as in just one Big Mac. Extra salt is linked with higher blood pressure, even in kids, but government research says those who are overweight and obese may be most vulnerable to its effects....

 

Fast-food survey: Nearly all kids' meals high in salt, calories

Finding healthful kids' meals is not child's play, found a survey of eight fast-food chains.

 

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