HELP! Sodium.
AlyssaPGoodiwn
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I didn't realize how much sodium is in everything and oh my gosh.
What foods do you guys eat that don't have much sodium?
What foods do you guys eat that don't have much sodium?
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Fresh, non processed foods.0
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I pretty much cook most of food from scratch ~ it helps!0
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True. But I put salt on them to make up for this shortcoming.madhatter2013 wrote: »Fresh, non processed foods.
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So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?0
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Relying as little as possible on processed and canned foods. Choose frozen veggies whenever possible. Make meals yourself. Avoid pre-seasoned chicken products and season meat yourself with a salt-free seasoning blend, like Mrs. Dash. And if you have a day you consume a little more sodium, increase your potassium and drink lots of water.0
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To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
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OP, @Jaxxie1181 has good suggestions. Also cooking from scratch, as was mentioned.
Experiment with other spices. There are lots of them out there and you'll find new flavors that you love.
Also, if you buy canned vegetables you can spend a few cents more on the "no salt added" ones, or just drain the liquid the vegetables are canned in and then rinse them.
Read labels when you shop. I'm not saying avoid all sodium, but I can eat much more healthfully if I monitor the added sodium and sugar in foods.0 -
madhatter2013 wrote: »Fresh, non processed foods.
This ^^
Sodium is in most foods, but most fresh unaltered foods don't have a lot. Make your meals from fresh/frozen ingredients without a lot of additives and controlling sodium is pretty easy.0 -
DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Which is interesting because your first post said nothing about medical reason or any kind of emphasis to not worry about it. We're not mind readers and my crystal ball is on back order so saying what you mean might a good way to go. Oh and, she's talking about foods that already have the salt added, not adding salt to them. I'm not sure you read the post properly to catch all that so I'm happy to spell it out for you.0 -
DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.0 -
Fresh vegetables or plain frozen vegetables
Fresh or frozen fruit
Dry beans & lentils
Fresh meats
Eggs
Milk, yogurt
some cheeses aren't bad but others are higher sodium
Just do a search for low sodium foods or low sodium diet and you can easily get a list.
ucsfhealth.org/education/guidelines_for_a_low_sodium_diet/
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Fresh and frozen vegetables usually don't have much sodium. Canned stuff often does.0
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TimothyFish wrote: »Fresh and frozen vegetables usually don't have much sodium. Canned stuff often does.
Yes, but as I mentioned in my other post, you can find some that are "no salt added" (even the generic, store brand, so still fairly cheap). Or, if it is corn or green beans or whatever, rinse them in a fine mesh colander.0 -
madhatter2013 wrote: »Which is interesting because your first post said nothing about medical reason or any kind of emphasis to not worry about it. We're not mind readers and my crystal ball is on back order so saying what you mean might a good way to go. Oh and, she's talking about foods that already have the salt added, not adding salt to them. I'm not sure you read the post properly to catch all that so I'm happy to spell it out for you.
I read it as just a smart-*kitten* comment (which I enjoy, btw). I'm sure the OP is smart enough to realize that. Nothing to get worked up about.
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^+1DeguelloTex wrote: »unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.
I don't even bother looking at sodium.
When my wedding ring gets tight I know I've had a lot and just drink more water.
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DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
EXACTLY.
I have never learned to cook nor do i know how still accept for small things ive been learning but i am new to this.
Thanks for everyone's help on the matter
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posting just so I don't have 666 posts!0
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It also said nothing about the OP's doing it, right?madhatter2013 wrote: »DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Which is interesting because your first post said nothing about medical reason or any kind of emphasis to not worry about it. We're not mind readers and my crystal ball is on back order so saying what you mean might a good way to go. Oh and, she's talking about foods that already have the salt added, not adding salt to them. I'm not sure you read the post properly to catch all that so I'm happy to spell it out for you.
And, while you're busy reading properly, note that I agreed with you.
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The adding salt if you want to or not is pretty straightforward. As you can see, I agreed that fresh, non-processed foods are typically lower in sodium.DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
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AlyssaPGoodiwn wrote: »DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
EXACTLY.
I have never learned to cook nor do i know how still accept for small things ive been learning but i am new to this.
Thanks for everyone's help on the matter
Then good for you for asking questions and wanting to learn! It takes time and practice, but honestly, reading labels is very helpful.
Example: cans of tomato sauce (not prepared pasta sauce; just plain tomato sauce) has lots of salt added. Instead, I'll buy tomato puree or tomato paste. Depending on brands I just compare labels.
Deli meat is loaded with extra sodium. So is cottage cheese. There is one brand I can buy that is "no salt added" and then I add my own amount. Breads and cereals contain extra sodium. Compare labels, taste different brands and gradually you'll reduce your sodium intake overall. Stick with it and keep posting!
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DeguelloTex wrote: »
The adding salt if you want to or not is pretty straightforward. As you can see, I agreed that fresh, non-processed foods are typically lower in sodium.DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
Yes, but since she stated that she is new to this and was never taught to cook her inquiry was more about sodium in prepared foods. That's what I was addressing.0 -
Right. But that's not what I said was straightforward, so you took it a tad out of context.DeguelloTex wrote: »
The adding salt if you want to or not is pretty straightforward. As you can see, I agreed that fresh, non-processed foods are typically lower in sodium.DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
Yes, but since she stated that she is new to this and was never taught to cook her inquiry was more about sodium in prepared foods. That's what I was addressing.
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DeguelloTex wrote: »
Right. But that's not what I said was straightforward, so you took it a tad out of context.DeguelloTex wrote: »
The adding salt if you want to or not is pretty straightforward. As you can see, I agreed that fresh, non-processed foods are typically lower in sodium.DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
Yes, but since she stated that she is new to this and was never taught to cook her inquiry was more about sodium in prepared foods. That's what I was addressing.
Probably. I just mess around on this site while I'm at work, so I really don't focus as clearly as I should. It's just a time killer at times.0 -
This is where I'd insert a nodding emoticon if I had one.DeguelloTex wrote: »
Right. But that's not what I said was straightforward, so you took it a tad out of context.DeguelloTex wrote: »
The adding salt if you want to or not is pretty straightforward. As you can see, I agreed that fresh, non-processed foods are typically lower in sodium.DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
Yes, but since she stated that she is new to this and was never taught to cook her inquiry was more about sodium in prepared foods. That's what I was addressing.
Probably. I just mess around on this site while I'm at work, so I really don't focus as clearly as I should. It's just a time killer at times.
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Labels Labels Labels. Okay got it! Thanks so much!
Sodium seems to be my biggest problem in my diary.0 -
DeguelloTex wrote: »
This is where I'd insert a nodding emoticon if I had one.DeguelloTex wrote: »
Right. But that's not what I said was straightforward, so you took it a tad out of context.DeguelloTex wrote: »
The adding salt if you want to or not is pretty straightforward. As you can see, I agreed that fresh, non-processed foods are typically lower in sodium.DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
Not always. If you weren't raised to cook and read labels then she's learning a new thing here and is asking for help. I don't know if that's the case here or not.
Also, I don't have health problems, but I watch extra sodium and sugar. I don't log my food or track my calories, but I do read labels to see exactly what is in something. It's just a good habit to learn.
Yes, but since she stated that she is new to this and was never taught to cook her inquiry was more about sodium in prepared foods. That's what I was addressing.
Probably. I just mess around on this site while I'm at work, so I really don't focus as clearly as I should. It's just a time killer at times.
Thanks for understanding!0 -
AlyssaPGoodiwn wrote: »Labels Labels Labels. Okay got it! Thanks so much!
Sodium seems to be my biggest problem in my diary.
You don't have to give exact quantities, but if you list the foods you eat daily or eat the most of we can probably identify where the most sodium is coming from and can offer healthier substitutes.0 -
DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
some people just don't like the taste of salt. I prefer Pepper.
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Then it would make a lot of sense for such people not to add salt. OP is concerned with sodium, not taste, it seems. Chances are, this is just because of a default setting in MFP that makes it look scary when it's not really an issue.andympanda wrote: »DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
some people just don't like the taste of salt. I prefer Pepper.
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DeguelloTex wrote: »
Then it would make a lot of sense for such people not to add salt. OP is concerned with sodium, not taste, it seems. Chances are, this is just because of a default setting in MFP that makes it look scary when it's not really an issue.andympanda wrote: »DeguelloTex wrote: »
To emphasize that unless she has a medical condition or it's otherwise causing her problems, it's almost assuredly not worth worrying about.madhatter2013 wrote: »So, OP is asking for food ideas to get less sodium in her diet and you're replying with ways to add even more? Why are you here?
If she does, or it is, she can just not add the salt. It's pretty straightforward.
some people just don't like the taste of salt. I prefer Pepper.
You don't think it's an issue. It is an issue for many people. General guidelines are set for a reason.0
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