Luis - Did you know the average adult eats 45% more sodium than recommended?

I love salt as much as anyone. It makes potatoes, corn, and other foods taste amazing. But regular table salt is loaded with sodium. Did you know the average adult eats 45% more sodium than recommended? High sodium intake is linked to increased risks of cardiovascular diseases like hypertension.

The CDC warns that too much sodium raises blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke, which are leading causes of death in the U.S. Reducing sodium could prevent hundreds of thousands of premature deaths and illnesses.

Most of us consume about 3,400 mg of sodium daily, while federal guidelines recommend less than 2,300 mg. The WHO estimates that globally, 1.89 million deaths each year are linked to high sodium intake.

To reduce sodium, the FDA is setting voluntary sodium targets for the food industry, monitoring progress, and ensuring food labels indicate sodium content. Sodium is in everything: bread, pizza, sandwiches, meats, soups, and snacks. So, how can we enjoy salt without all the sodium? Here are a few tips. Choose packaged foods with lower sodium. Pick fresh and frozen poultry that hasn’t been injected with sodium. Use salt substitutes, but be mindful of potassium intake. But there's a better solution: switch to plant-based salt. Salicornia salts come from the Salicornia plant, which absorbs salt from seawater. 

These salts have up to 50% less sodium than regular salt and are packed with essential vitamins and minerals that support heart, liver, and overall health. They are 100% natural, with no preservatives or additives. Make the smarter choice with Salicornia salt from SaltWise. It’s delicious and healthy!