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Originally Posted by JayEll
If you don't want to go "cold turkey," you can use one of the many salt substitutes.
My favorite is AlsoSalt, which is a potassium based substitute. I don't have any problem with salt, but I like to use the AlsoSalt from time to time because it's easy to be too low on potassium. It's not something you can use on popcorn, but it's good mixed in with vegetables and other foods.
Jay
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Be careful with these because the increased potassium can mess with your electrolytes. Please check with your doctor before using salt substitutes, ESPECIALLY if you are on blood pressure meds such as an ACE inhibitor or ARB.
I can't have salt due to my kidneys. Mrs Dash is your friend. Fresh herbs, spices & juices are your friend.
Anything that comes in a box or mix (hamburger helper, au gratin potatoes, rice mix) is pretty much the enemy. Stop using table salt, too.
Canned goods should say No Salt Added, rinse all canned goods anyway for good measure. Can also rinse off canned tuna & salmon. Frozen vegetables are your best bet.
You can also get unsalted butter, and Pacific brand makes a decent low sodium chicken broth.
Most processed foods have salt hiding in them. Frozen dinners are bad, but watch out for lowfat or nofat dairy too because they take out the fat & jack up the sodium.
GOOD LUCK!!!!