Health-Tips-Eating-Healthy: How To Reduce The Use Of Salt In Our Diet(Cooking)

How To cook with less salt and more flavor
 
•  Avoid adding table salt to foods.
•  Use herbs and spices to add flavor to foods.
•  Eat fresh fruits, vegetables, lean meats, skinless poultry, fish, and tuna canned in water.
•  Choose unsalted nuts and low-sodium canned foods. Cook dried peas and beans.
•  Use products made without added salt; try low-sodium bouillon and soups and unsalted broth.
•  Rinse canned vegetables, beans and shellfish to reduce salt.
•  Sprinkle vinegar or citrus juice on foods just before eating. Vinegar is great on vegetables like spinach.

When about eating out
 
Controlling your sodium intake doesn’t mean spoiling the pleasure of eating out. But order carefully. Consider these tips for meals away from home:
•  Select fresh greens and fruits when available. Ask for oil and vinegar to top your salad or dressing on the side. •  Be specific about what you want and how you want your food prepared. Request that your dish be prepared without added salt.
•  Remember portion control. You can always bring home a to-go box!