WithEasterright around the corner, you may be starting to plan your holiday menu.
According to theFarmers' Almanac, ham became a popularEaster fooddue to seasonality.
Much of the flavor in ham comes from its high salt content.
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With the concentration of sodium found in ham, one of the symptoms you may notice is water retention.
However, this water retention can be much more serious for those with specific health conditions.
Fruits and veggies are sources of this electrolyte that helps to counter sodium in the body.
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Additionally,drink plenty of wateras fluids can flush excess sodium out of your system.
