Sunday 22 March 2015

DANGERS AND HOW TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXCESS INTAKE OF NA (SALT) FROM THE BODY




When there is Too much of (NA) sodium content in your diet, It increases can your body cholesterol levels leading to an increased risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular issues because they pore or holes through which the blood flows is blocked.
Though salt is a very important ingredient in any recipe or meal you cook, here are some ways to reduce the intake of sodium.

(1)  If you are cooking using a recipe book, add less than the amount of salt mentioned.
From our findings and research, most of the additional seasonings you add to your food contain about 95% salt. So, while making pasta, add fresh herbs instead of using a herb seasoning or freshly chopped garlic instead of garlic powder. As it helps you not only to avoid excess sodium, but also to get the natural nutritional value of these seasonings.
(2)  Choose healthier options at a grocery store. Often, packaged foods tend to be high in sodium content because it helps preserve them for longer. Read the food labels carefully for nutritional facts and do get the best for yourself.
(3)  Buy fresh or frozen foods instead of their canned varieties, which often contain added salt to help increase shelf life. Secondly to avoid the dissolved chemical from the can package.
(4)   Add fresh lemon instead of salt when marinating fish or other vegetables.
(5)   Olives and pickles are saturated in salt, as are many smoked and cured meats, like salami and bologna. Limit your intake of these high-sodium foods.
(6)   sodium-rich condiments such as soy or mustard sauce should be watched in your diet.

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