Category:
Sodium
2 Feb 2016
Be Good to Your Heart this Heart Month!
February is American Heart Month and what better time to make simple, heart-healthy lifestyle changes? Want to incorporate more physical activity into your day? Need healthy, low-sodium recipes? Would you like more information on controlling your blood pressure? It’s as easy as a click!
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29 Oct 2014
Pledge to Stand Up to Sodium!
Did you know that most Americans eat more than twice the recommended amount of sodium? Chances are, that includes you—even if you rarely pick up the salt shaker. Too much salt can damage blood vessels over time, paving the way...
1 Mar 2014
March is National Nutrition Month--What Steps Will You Take to Eat Healthier?
March is National Nutrition Month and what better time to make these simple steps to eating healthier part of your daily routine? It's easier than you think! Want to learn more? Visit our Nutrition Center for even more ways to incorporate...
12 Mar 2013
Shake the Salt Habit
This week is World Salt Awareness Week! High-sodium diets are linked to an increase in blood pressure and a higher risk for heart disease and stroke. Most Americans would see significant health benefits from a reduction in sodium in the food...
30 Jul 2012
CDC Vital Signs Release on Sodium
The February edition of CDC Vital Signs at http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns focuses on excessive sodium in the American diet and the top 10 types of foods most responsible for it. CDC Vital Signs reports on a single, compelling public health topic each month. Some...
30 Jul 2012
Kick the Sodium Habit!
Eating too much sodium increases blood pressure, which can lead to heart disease and stroke. The American Heart Association wants to help all Americans lower the amount of sodium they consume. Here’s what we’re doing to help: encouraging manufacturers to...