Updated to reflect the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, this brochure explains why sodium is essential for health and offers practical shopping, cooking and eating out tips for getting enough sodium without overdoing it.
Written in easy-to-understand language, this brochure addresses common questions your clients may have about salt and sodium and offers practical eating advice, including:
The connection between sodium and blood pressure, and recommended daily limits for sodium depending on age and health
Food sources of sodium, including common foods that contribute the most sodium
Shopping tips to lower sodium and how to understand Nutrition Facts and label information
Cooking with less salt, tips for eating out, and understanding salt substitutes
Basic guidelines for following a DASH eating plan
Full-color brochure, with advice to consult a registered dietitian nutritionist. Sold in packs of 25.