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Does this book mention that salt is poisonous, unfit for human consumption?

Michael Ever heard the phrase "the dose makes the poison"? Everything is toxic if you reach the right dose, salt included. Salt is a critical nutrient to most…moreEver heard the phrase "the dose makes the poison"? Everything is toxic if you reach the right dose, salt included. Salt is a critical nutrient to most animal diets, drop it too low, and you'll end up with hyponatremia. Luckily this is a rare risk in modern diets.(less)

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Nice book to read,, But Everything is toxic if you reach the right dose, salt included, is non obvious as per me until we know the limit where to end it isn't that coorect......?

Dawnine Clews not "non obvious" - as many people have found to their detriment. Even drinking too much water can stress your organs and cause damage. The degree at …morenot "non obvious" - as many people have found to their detriment. Even drinking too much water can stress your organs and cause damage. The degree at which each thing becomes toxic is dependent on the specific balances of your own system - meaning that what is right for you may not be right for me.
So there is no definitive amount where you can draw a line - but it makes the substances no less toxic when taken in excess.(less)

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Matt Reardon This is not a question.

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Would you believe? My library has 2 copies, both in use, with 6 holds. Very popular book, this is!

Matt Great Question. Yes. I would believe it.

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