Tag: sodium

Salt content is listed on food Nutrition Fact labels as sodium. The words "salt" and "sodium" do not mean the same thing, but they are often used interchangeably. In addition to salt, sodium is also found in monosodium glutamate, sodium nitrite, sodium saccharin, baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), and sodium benzoate.

The human body needs a small amount of sodium to maintain a balance of body fluids, keep muscles and nerves running smoothly and help certain organs work properly.

It's been proven that exercise and eating right are two steps that can reduce your risk of heart-related illness and disease. Here are three simple heart healthy eating habits that will keep you and your spouse on the right track.

First, it’s important to limit high fat foods such as red meats, cheeses, fried foods and baked goods. I know it’s tough, but if you really care about one another, than this is a big step.