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TIP OF THE DAY: 8 Ways To Reduce Sodium Intake

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Not your friend! Photo by Ramon Gonzalez | SXC.   While recent government initiatives have eliminated trans fats and have us eating more whole grains, two villains hidden in prepared foods have been relatively quiet on the media radar. More often than not, too much salt and sugar are hidden in recipes and prepared foods.…
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SALT & SEASONINGS: Cutting Down On Sodium In 2010

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Americans eat way too much salt. Our processed foods and recipes are packed with much more than is good for you (the same for sugar). Only 11% of the sodium in our diets comes from our own saltshakers; nearly 80% is added to foods before they are sold. The National Salt Reduction Initiative will be…
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