Reducing salt in processed foods could lower rates of high blood pressure: Study

Manufacturers often add salt to processed foods in order to prolong shelf life.
The Business Standard

Is low salt as unhealthy as excess salt?

Salt is essential for our body, but many people consume more than necessary. According to the WHO, adults need about 5 grams of salt per day, but in reality, the global average intake is around 10 ...
Food

Beyond sugar, salt, fat: Rethinking ultra-processed foods and reform

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans Advisory Committee is considering how the industry should approach ultra processed foods (UPFs) – including nomenclature and infrastructure. At the DGAC May 2024 ...
News Medical

Why mushrooms could be the key to lowering salt in processed meats

Could mushrooms be the secret to healthier, tastier meat? A new study reveals how these natural umami powerhouses can slash salt while keeping the flavor — and improve nutrition too. Main mushrooms ...
Southeast Missourian

Experts are figuring out ways to get less salt in processed food

WASHINGTON -- No need for a salt shaker on the Thanksgiving table: Unless you really cooked from scratch, there's lots of sodium already hidden in the menu. Stealth sodium can do a number on your ...
Rolling Out

How ultra-processed bread impacts health and what to choose

Food processing is a key factor in how we consume and experience our meals. The range of food processing can vary from minimal intervention to highly modified products. The way food is processed ...