Tuesday, February 7, 2012

CDC: Nine Out of 10 Americans Eating Too Much Salt

According to a new report from the CDC, nine out of 10 of us are eating too much salt - and it's lurking in unexpected places!

Excessive sodium intake can lead to high blood pressure, which in turn can lead to heart disease and stroke. Every year, more than 800,000 people die from heart disease, stroke and other vascular diseases.

Where does all the salt come from? You might be surprised. Below are the 10 top sources of sodium in the average American diet:
  1. Bread and rolls
  2. Cold cuts and cured meats
  3. Pizza
  4. Poultry
  5. Soups
  6. Sandwiches
  7. Cheese
  8. Pasta dishes
  9. Meat dishes
  10. Snacks (such as chips, pretzels and popcorn)
To learn more, as well as view strategies on how you can lower your sodium intake, click here.

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