Sodium Content in Barbecue Foods
Summer of Sodium: Guess the Least Salty Food
Summer is filled with so many mouthwatering foods that aren't just high in calories, they're also high in sodium. It's recommended to consume under 2,300 milligrams of sodium a day, which is equal to about one teaspoon. Getting too much of the white stuff can increase your blood pressure, which in turn increases your risk of heart disease.
It's not just the salt shaker you need to avoid, as many prepared foods contain hidden amounts of sodium. Do you know which foods are sodium bombs? Take this quiz to find out.
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