Well, We use mostly iodized salt which is common here in America like
Reba says. It is a necessary nutrient.
Yes, heavy smoking can cause rise in blood pressure, unfortunately in
my hubby's case but since he has been taking prescription med called
"Chantix" for 2 weeks now, he has not smoked!! Im so proud of him!!
He wanted to quit so bad and he is so happy that he finally found
something that is helping him to quit. Maybe someday he wont have to
take high blood meds if his blood pressure goes down for good. 
