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Sodium:The Silent Killer
Thursday, December 6, 2007
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Do you ever wonder where the extra pound is coming from after eating Chinese food? Well, the culprit is the sodium hidden in the foods. Too much sodium in your meals causes you to retain fluids and makes you believe you have gained weight overnight.In the United States, individuals eat nearly two teaspoons of salt daily or 3300-4000 mg a day. That is more than double the recommendation of 2300 mg of sodium per day. Now that the holidays are here, consider the turkey you are planning to cook. Did you know it is injected with salt water before you buy it at the supermarket? It is often used as a preservative and for flavor as well.
It is important to be aware of your sodium intake, especially since heart disease is so prevalent in our nation. So, next time you go to the supermarket look for the low sodium product next to the regular item. A combined effort by food companies and the Center for Science in the Public Interest has made these products available to you and there will only be more advances in the future.
The fight for sodium reduction in food items is becoming worldwide. The World Health Organization, more commonly known as WHO, is calling for reduction of processed foods and increased consumer education on cutting salt out of the diet.
Make these efforts worthwhile and do your part for your own health.
Wendy, BSc, DTR
Nutrition Specialist
"Thoughts determine what you want...Action determines what you get."
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