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How to Season Without Salt
How to Season Without Salt
INFO FOR PEOPLE WHO MUST WATCH THEIR SALT OR SODIUM INTAKE
Using less sodium is key to keeping blood pressure at a healthy level. Try to use more herbs and spices and less salt. An important part of healthy eating is choosing foods that are low in salt (sodium chloride) and other forms of sodium.
Reducing sodium intake to recommended levels can help reduce blood pressure for many people. Following the low sodium diet can also reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other forms of cardiovascular disease, as well as a number of other health issues.
Sodium is an essential nutrient to for a healthy body, but only small amounts are needed. The recommended limit for sodium intake is 2.4 grams (2,400 milligrams) of sodium a day. That equals 6 grams (about 1 teaspoon) of all salt and sodium consumed in a day (including that used in cooking and at the table).
For population groups at special risk, including those with hypertension, middle-aged and older adults, and African Americans, the recommended limit is 1.5 grams (1,500milligrams) of sodium a day.