Salt is an ingredient in just about every type of processed food or restaurant meal. So it’s no wonder most Americans are getting double or triple the amount of sodium they need each day.
You can limit the salt in your meals and still have food that tastes great. Start with these four tips:
1. Cook It Yourself
Packaged foods often have a lot of salt in them, since salt is a preservative. Cooking your own meals is the best way to control how much sodium goes into your food.
Choose fresh poultry, fish, and meat instead of processed or smoked varieties. Opt for fresh fruits or vegetables instead of canned; or use low-sodium canned. If you use canned foods, such as veggies or beans, rinse the contents first to wash away some of the sodium.
