In this low-sodium diet plan, flavor-packed meals and snacks clock in under 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day. Reviewed by Dietitian Christa Brown, M.S., RDN, LD Salt can quickly turn a bland dish ...

Most Americans consume too much sodium, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke; ideally, adults should aim for 1,500–2,300 mg per day. Too little sodium can also be harmful, as the body needs ...

General sodium recommendations by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are to not exceed 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day. Limiting salt to below 1,500 milligrams per day is beneficial for those ...

Heart disease continues to top the charts as the leading cause of death in the United States. Since it’s so prevalent, it’s no wonder that many of us want to eat with our heart health in mind. In this ...

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Nearly all Americans consume much more sodium than they should, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most of the sodium comes from common restaurant or grocery ...

An estimated 61.9 million U.S. adults are on blood pressure medication, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — but a new study published in the Journal of the American ...

Not exactly, says Amy Bragagnini, a clinical oncology dietitian and a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It’s more about the amount you’re consuming. The FDA's 2020-2025 Dietary ...

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Salt and sugar are two ingredients that have stood the test of time to make our food taste delicious. But recently, we've seen the amounts of these ingredients creeping up higher and higher in sneaky ...