Bread and rolls are the No. 1 source of salt in the American diet, accounting for more than twice as much sodium as snacks like potato chips and pretzels.

Water that's too murky to be disinfected via the sun's rays can be made pure enough for solar cleansing by simply adding salt, according to a new study.

Real Salt Lake took an early lead on a first-half penalty by Paulo Jr. and coasted to a 1-0 victory over the Montreal Impact on Wednesday night in its first game since a dramatic comeback win over Portland.

Salt levels in meals sold at major fast food chains vary substantially across developed countries, according to a new study that challenges the industry and governments to get tougher to protect public health.