The trouble with canned chickpeas is that many contain additives for preservation, as well as high sodium content from added salt. (toriavey.com)
Higher rates of death and cardiovascular disease were seen among those with high sodium intake, defined as higher than 6,000 mg a day. (health.harvard.edu)
Some of the worst offenders for high sodium levels are frozen dinners, bread, crackers and canned soup. (babygaga.com)