Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about salt and your heart:

1. How much sodium should be in my daily diet?
   
   
2. Which signs might indicate I have a problem from too much sodium?
   
   
3. Do I need to worry about sodium if I don’t have high blood pressure?
   
   
4. Will salt reduce the effectiveness of my blood pressure medicine?
   
   
5. How can I determine how much sodium I am getting every day?
   
   
6. Can I use a salt substitute?
   
   
7. Is there a specific diet I should follow?
   
   
8. Are there any over-the-counter medications that I should avoid?
   
   
9. Can you recommend a dietician to help me with my diet?
   
   
10. If I reduce my sodium intake, how quickly can I expect to see improvement in my blood pressure?