Salt-Ernatives
While some sodium is needed by the human body and, along with potassium, is responsible for proper nerve transmission and fluid balance, recent research suggests Americans need to curb their salt intake.
Foods highest in salt are processed meats, salted pretzels and chips, breakfast cereals, processed cheese spreads, smoked meats and fish, pickles and sauerkraut, canned soups and soup mixes, packaged meals, salad dressings and sauces.
LOW SODIUM FLAVOR SAVERS,
GIVE THESE CONDIMENTS A TRY
Sodium per 1 Tbsp. serving
- Spicy Mustards…1-2 mg
- Horseradish/wasabi…47 mg
- Salsa…96 mg
Compare to
- Soy sauce/tamari…1,005 mg
- Terryaki sauce…690 mg
- Barbecue sauce…196 mg
- Ketchup…167 mg