Category: Blood Pressure

Four Benefits of a Low-Sodium Diet

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Salt adds flavor to many of our favorite foods, but too much sodium can take a toll on our health. From restaurant meals to packaged snacks, sodium often sneaks into our diets without realizing it. The good news? Making a few simple changes to reduce sodium intake can support better health without sacrificing the flavors… Read more »

What Happens to Your Taste Buds After You Cut Out Salt

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If you have ever tried cutting back on salt, you probably noticed one thing right away. Food just did not taste the same. Meals that once felt flavorful might suddenly seem dull or unfinished. That early stage can be frustrating, but it does not last forever. In fact, your taste buds are already beginning to… Read more »

Reasons to Cut Down on Sodium Intake

Why are so many people today suffering from conditions such as hypertension? Could it stem from consuming foods with too much salt? That could be a factor. The American Heart Association recommends that we take in no more than 2,300mg (milligrams) of sodium per day and most low sodium diet guidelines should be 1,500 mg… Read more »