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and taste. Some experts recommend rinsing canned foods, whether beans, tuna or vegetables, before eating them to help remove some of the sodium. Spice up your recipes. Don’t be afraid to use other types of seasonings. Try a pinch of herbs and spices, squeeze in some fresh lemon or lime, or add some crushed ginger or garlic. You’ll find that they give your dishes added flavor without the extra sodium. Think twice before adding that dash of salt. A saltshaker has always been a staple in most kitchens and on tables. But a sprinkle of salt here and there adds up. Instead of keeping your saltshaker within close reach, try placing it in a cabinet, out of sight. Ask your providers about salt substitutes. The jury is out
on whether these products are safe for certain people, so be sure to check with your healthcare team before using them.
Talk With Your Healthcare Team It’s important to know your blood pressure numbers and to keep tabs on the amount of salt and sodium you consume each day. Questions you may want to use to start the conversation with your healthcare team: v What is my blood pressure? v Should I be watching how much sodium and salt I take in? v What should my daily limit be? v What’s the difference between table salt, sea salt, kosher and other types of salt? Is one better than the other?
v Is there a low-sodium diet you recommend? Any other tips for cutting sodium?
v Are certain salts better than others? v Could seeing a nutritionist be helpful?
For more information, visit
CardioSmart.org/Salt. 21
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