Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or registered dietitian the following questions related to salt:

1. Should I be monitored for high blood pressure if I have a family history of sodium-sensitive blood pressure?
   
   
2. Can you explain the difference between salt and sodium?
   
   
3. Do you suspect a medical condition is at the root of my high blood pressure?
   
   
4. Do I still need to worry about watching my salt intake if I am taking blood pressure medicine?
   
   
5. How will I know how much salt is in my food when I dine out?
   
   
6. Can you recommend restaurants that serve low-sodium foods?
   
   
7. If I am not overweight but have high blood pressure, is salt restriction still important?
   
   
8. Should I visit a dietician? Can you recommend one?
   
   
9. Can you recommend medications that are low in sodium?
   
   
10. Are there any symptoms that will indicate I am getting too much salt?