A Low Sodium Diet
We eat too much salt. Simple but true. As a culture today, the developed world consumes a tremendous amount of sodium. It’s not just in the U.S., but the United Kingdom has had a campaign for about three years to convince people to reduce the amount of salt they consume. Most Asian diets are high in sodium as well, with almost every sauce, from soy sauce to fish sauce to hoisin, having added salt.
As a population it’s a major issue for policy makers to get folks to cut back from over 10,400 milligrams (mg) (that’s 10.4 grams) of sodium per day (about 4 1/2 teaspoons of salt) for men (7.3 grams, or ~1 tablespoon, for women) to the more reasonable 2400 mg. Tough to do, because there’s so much salt in the processed foods that Americans eat. A report by the Council on Science and Public Health estimates that such a lowering of salt intake might save 150,000 lives each year.
Questions About Sodium
Step One Take the processed food out of your life. If you want Mac and Cheese, make Mac and Cheese. Cooking your own fresh food from scratch takes a little more time, but it tastes so much better and it’s so much better for you. If you’re used to frozen or…
I discovered your website relatively recently and am very impressed by it. Thank you for all you do for us on special diets!
I have diabetes and high blood pressure and am looking for a salt substitute. I bought NoSalt, but the label said people with diabetes or high blood pressure should not use that. What are others without the high potassium level?
While watching my salt intake I noticed that some commercially-produced chili powders contain lots of salt. Do you know of any low salt brands or have a good recipe for making my own mix?
Low Sodium Recipes
Breakfast
Breakfast might be the most important meal of the day. Studies have shown that those who skip breakfast tend to…
Beef, Lamb & Venison
Of course you can have beef! Beef is okay for you. It is the amount of fat in beef that…
Pork
These healthy pork main course recipes are labeled so that you’ll easily know which ones will fit into a low…
Chicken & Turkey
These healthy chicken and turkey recipes are labeled so that you’ll easily know which ones will fit into a low…
Fish
Fish are great for you and easy to cook with our healthy recipes. Try something new!
Shellfish
Shellfish are easier to cook than you might think. These healthy recipes will show you how quick, easy, and delicious…
Vegetarian
These delicious vegetarian main course recipes are labeled so that you’ll easily know which ones will fit into a low…
Extras, Sides, & Sauces
You know that vegetables are a healthy side dish. But so are starches like potatoes and rice! The secret is…
Soup
Soups are a great way to eat delicious, filling meals while eating healthy. A bowl of soup, a side salad,…
Salad
Full of vegetables, salads can be just as filling as any other main course recipe. Explore our delicious salad recipes…
Desserts
Desserts are an important part of eating well and eating healthy. The key is to consider desserts something you eat…
