’s favorite food ingredient. It is used both in processed foods
and home cooking. America The USDA Center for Nutrition Policy
and Promotion’s new recommendation for sodium (salt or sodium
chloride) intake has now been reduced to no more than 1,500mg
per day. Many experts indicate diets high in sodium increase the
risk of cardiovascular diseases. Americans are consuming more
than 2.5 times higher than the suggested 1,500mg (American Heart
Association, Inc., 2011). Cutting back on salt and sodium is a
good idea for everyone. Here are some tips to help you cut back.
- Think fresh. Most of the sodium Americans eat is found in
packaged, processed food. - Enjoy home prepared foods more
often. - Fill up on foods naturally low in sodium, such as
fruits and vegetables. - Learn to enjoy the natural taste of
foods. - Read the label. - Skip the table salt when cooking and
use spices and herbs instead. - Pay attention to the condiments
and seasonings you use. To get more tips for healthier eating go
to http://www.cnpp.us