Sylvia consumes a diet high in processed foods and has an average sodium intake of 3 800 mg/day. Which of the following diseases does her sodium intake put her MOST at risk for?

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High sodium intake is closely associated with an increased risk of high blood pressure (hypertension), as it can cause the body to retain water, leading to an increase in blood pressure.

Sylvia Consumes a Diet High in Processed Foods and Has