The downside of store-bought salsa is the high salt content, which can exceed 40 mg of sodium per two-teaspoon portion. Corn tortillas can also be high in sodium. By making your own, you can reduce ...

Many people don’t pay attention to the sodium in their snacks—but it can affect heart health and blood pressure. Too much salt can cause the body to retain water, increasing blood volume and raising ...

Anyone who’s been told to try a low-sodium diet knows that cutting back on sodium can be a real challenge. It’s often not enough to put down the salt shaker; it’s also a matter of reading nutrition ...

Eating excess sugar does not cause diabetes but salt might do just the same. How? Well, the salt you consume (table salt) is composed of 40% sodium and 60% chloride. When consume excess sodium, your ...

This snack is a healthier twist on chips and salsa. If you’re craving chips and salsa, try this high fiber, low sodium alternative. This recipe combines half a cup of salsa with black beans, chipotle ...

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Salt makes food taste better, which is why restaurant food is loaded with it. Finding low sodium fast food is a challenge, but there are menu options with reasonable amounts of salt at most fast food ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...