Everything you’ve been told about salt and high blood pressure might be wrong. It’s not the salt—it’s insulin resistance. When your body becomes resistant to insulin, it causes your kidneys to retain sodium, leading to higher blood pressure. The real culprit? Ultra-processed carbs, sugar, and insulin spikes—not the salt in your food. So maybe it’s time to worry less about your salt shaker and more about your sugar intake. Drop a comment if this surprised you.