There are many social media challenges trending connected to salt. They include hiding a spoonful of salt in food to prank someone into eating it, swallowing salt before working out, or pouring large amounts of salt into their mouth as punishment after losing a bet.9
Table salt consists of two elements put together, sodium and chloride. Both of these are needed for the body to function properly, but too much can be dangerous. Swallowing large amounts of salt can quickly cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. As salt is absorbed more fully in the body, sleepiness, brain swelling, and seizures can occur. Since we use salt in food every day, many people do not realize how dangerous it can be. As little as a tablespoon in children and teens can be very harmful.
