More Salt Warnings

According to USA Today, “7 out of 10 American adults are advised to consume less sodium, but few do, a study by researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows.”

The article goes on to say that the government’s general recommendation for sodium is no more that 2,300 milligrams a day, yet the average American consumes 3.500 milligrams or more, some WAY more.

If you are over 40, have high blood pressure or are African American, you should consume no more than 1,500 milligrams. That’s two-thirds of a teaspoon!

For the record, many low-fat or low-calorie products contain more sodium. You should carefully read labels. Did you know that one 6-ounce can of water packed tuna contains almost 1,000 milligrams? The way to get around that is to place the tuna in a strainer and rinse it under water.

Most canned goods possess a great deal of sodium, even things that I like such as refried beans.

So, in addition to reading labels regarding calories per serving and serving per container, look at your sodium and everyone, please stop with the salt shaker.

Parents, I notice that when a parent salts their food, odds are that their kids will do the same. Caution.

Jim