Despite the known health risks that increase from eating too much salt -- including high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack, osteoporosis, cancer, and other serious maladies -- young and old Americans alike continue to eat salt with abandon. But, salt can be as good for you as it is bad. It's essential to understand the difference. Sodium, more commonly called salt, is important in our lives. Our bodies rely on salt. Salt is crucial to maintaining the health of every cell in the body. So, why then, all this talk about avoiding salt? If you are a healthy adult, you don't have to give up some of the foods that you really love, just because they are "salty."

MODERATION IS EVERYTHING. Like everything else, common sense is the key. Too much salt can be a true health danger. Balancing Boar's Head lower sodium meats and cheeses with fruits, vegetables and whole grains contributes to a healthy diet.