Resting metabolic rate is largely genetically determined, but our calorie intake has an effect as well.

High salt intake is a risk factor for osteoporosis because excess dietary sodium promotes urinary calcium loss, leading to calcium loss from bone and therefore decreased bone density.

Hypertension is an important risk factor for kidney disease, but dietary sodium has other damaging effects on the kidneys. High salt intake drives the production of oxygen radicals, leading to oxidative stress in kidney tissue.

Although measuring omega-3 levels in the blood seems like it would be an objective and accurate indicator of fish oil intake compared to using the subjects' reported dietary intake, this test does not accurately reflect long-term dietary intake.

You cannot escape from the biological law of cause and effect - food choices are the most significant cause of disease and premature death.

Don't forget: cruciferous vegetables must be chopped, crushed, or chewed well for maximum benefit!