Sentences with phrase «much sodium added»

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An estimated 77 % of U.S. consumers» sodium intake comes from processed and prepared foods.3 As consumers become increasingly aware of how much sodium they consume and the potential health risks, convenient low - sodium options have added appeal.

I used low - sodium canned chickpeas and added a bit too much coarse sea salt thinking I would need to compensate, forgetting that the cheese also adds saltiness.

Just make sure you offer healthy choices and stay away from any added sugars or too much sodium.»

In sodium - poor soil, a University of Oklahoma ecologist has found, small amounts of added salt boost invertebrate biomass and increase decomposition — so much so, his latest work suggests, that a lack of salt could have a major impact on the global carbon cycle.

That's because a well - stocked pantry means making meals is a cinch, and the more home - cooked meals you eat, the greater control you have over how much saturated fat, added sugar, and sodium you take in.

Add more potassium — e.g. to a 2:1 ratio with 6000 mg of potassium a day, and sodium is much less of a health risk.

If you're whipping up your own, not much, but grabbing a jar of name brand salsa off the shelf can mean you're pouring on preservatives, chemicals, loads of sodium, and even added sugar if you're a fruit salsa fan.

(No - salt - added veggie broth does have natural sodium from the veggie ingredients it contains but is a much healthier flavoring option than regular stocks and broths that are loaded with added sodium which is not so good for our hearts.)

These contain much more nutrients and are free of added sugars, sodium, and fats which may not be the case with many processed foods you see in supermarkets.