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Salt is flavorful and also hard to put down sometimes at dinner. Here are some healthy alternatives that'll reduce your salt intake.

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Grilled or baked chicken, turkey and steakCold cuts, hot dogs and bacon
Homemade or low-sodium soupsCanned or instant soups
Low-salt nuts and pretzels; baked chipsSalted chips, nuts, pretzels and other snacks
Fresh, frozen or rinsed canned vegetablesCanned vegetables
Spices and herbs (cilantro, basil, parsley, chili powder, garlic)Soy sauce, fish sauce, ketchup, Cajun seasoning, bouillon cubes
Plain rice, noodles and pastaQuick cooking rice and noodles

Fill the salt shaker with this salt free mixture of herbs and spices to flavor foods:

  • 2 tablespoons black pepper 1 ground bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon onion powder

 

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