Low sodium diet whats a good amount?!
Question: we are trying this low sodium diet for our blood pressure being up what amount of sodium in food is to much and how much should you have in a day
Answers: we are trying this low sodium diet for our blood pressure being up what amount of sodium in food is to much and how much should you have in a day
I have high blood pressure and try to get about 2000 mg of sodium a day. Stay away from processed /canned/frozen foods and try to eat fresh foods. Do not use salt when preparing foods either. My wife uses the Mrs. Dash flavorings when cooking meals which have 0 mg of sodium and add a lot of taste to foods.
Also try to increase your potassium intake. This also helps to lower your blood pressure. Bananas, orange juice, and yogurts are a good way to get potassium.
Hope this helps!
Glad I could help! Another note - stay away from fast foods. I enjoy fast foods but one burger at a fast food joint has enough sodium for the entire day! I occasionally have fast food but never more than once a month. Report It
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