Did you know that February is American Heart Month? It’s a time dedicated to raising awareness of the number one cause of death in America, heart disease. While certain risk factors for heart disease are out of your control, your diet is one thing that you can improve upon to lower your risk.   One…

Did you know that almost half of the people in the United States have hypertension? While hypertension is caused by a myriad of factors, including genetics, one factor that can contribute to high blood pressure is excess sodium intake. Sodium is found in many processed foods as well as table salt which people often add…

Did you know that according to the CDC, approximately 90% of Americans consume too much salt in their diet? That is an alarming statistic! Salt is a household staple, whether you use it to season foods, bake, or consume it as a preservative in packaged foods. But many people are not familiar with just how…

Did you know that salt has been used for centuries as a natural food preservative? Table salt is not only used to preserve food, it is also commonly used to flavor dishes. Salt is an essential mineral that your body needs to function properly. However, using too much salt is can negatively impact your health….

Did you know that having too much salt in your diet can raise your blood pressure, which increases your chances of having heart disease or a stroke?   Luckily, there is an entire week dedicated to spreading awareness about salt. This year National Salt Awareness Week started on March 4th and runs through March 10th! The World…

This week, March 12th-18th is National Salt Awareness Week! The purpose of this week is to help educate you, and others, on the proper sodium intake, the functions of sodium in your body and the side effects of excessive sodium intake. This initiative began in 2008 by the World Action on Salt and Health (WASH),…

Today is the start of World Salt Awareness Week.  This week was started by the World Action on Salt and Health (WASH) in 2008.  Their mission is to improve the health of populations throughout the world by achieving a gradual reduction in salt intake.  WASH encourages multi-national food companies to reduce salt in their products….

World Heart Day is celebrated all around the nation on September 29th! World Heart Day, created by the World Heart Federation, is one of the biggest platforms to raise awareness of Cardiovascular Disease. Heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading causes of death. Every year about 17.3 million people die from heart disease and…

There has been a lot of hype around sodium lately. As of December 1st, 2015, New York City began to require identification of menu items in chain restaurants that contain more than the daily limit of sodium. While this new law might sound like a step in a healthier direction, there is a lot of…

Sodium is essential for your health. It is a vital nutrient for balancing the fluids in your body, sending nerve impulses as well as a player in muscle contractions. Without it, you wouldn’t be able to live. However, too much sodium or salt throughout your day can have negative side effects as well. In the…

Every March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics hosts National Nutrition Month®. This campaign is designed to promote awareness of healthy food choices and lifestyle habits. The theme for this year’s National Nutrition Month® is Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle, which encourages everyone to commit to making better food choices to improve their health.  …

You will probably see a lot of hearts and the color red this month and it’s not because of Valentine’s Day. February is American Heart Month. This year marks the 50th anniversary of American Heart Month. If you haven’t already seen the campaigns, you will not be able to get through February without hearing about…

The restriction of salt in daily food intake has been noted to lower blood pressure and reduce your risk of developing hypertension and cardiovascular disease.  While this is all very true, a recent study set to appear in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, found that reducing sodium intake provides outstanding benefits for…

Do you find it difficult to put the salt shaker down?  Well, you’re not alone.  Americans are consuming way too much salt and it is contributing to many health consequences.  Statistics show that the average adult in the United States consumes about 1 ½ teaspoons of salt every day.  This amounts to 3,450 milligrams (mg)…

Regular check-ups with your physician will allow you to keep on top of your current blood pressure.  It is up to you to help reduce your risk of high blood pressure by maintaining a healthy eating plan low in sodium, a healthy body weight and regular exercise. Lowering your Sodium Intake Lowering your intake of…

Regular check-ups with your physician will allow you to keep on top of your current blood pressure.  It is up to you to help reduce your risk of high blood pressure by maintaining a healthy eating plan low in sodium, a healthy body weight and regular exercise. Lowering your Sodium Intake Lowering your intake of…