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Kids' Corner: Sodium

January 16, 2013 by Healthyfamiliesbc

Being concerned about sodium is just as important for kids as it is for adults. Just like adults, kids can develop a taste and preference for salty foods high in sodium.

Salt and Sodium: Get the Facts!

November 1, 2012 by Healthyfamiliesbc

Most foods we eat contain too much sodium. Eating too much sodium can cause high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease and kidney disease.

Tips to Lower Sodium

September 20, 2012 by Healthyfamiliesbc

Most of us eat about 3400 mg of sodium per day. This is more than double the amount we need for good health.

It's Easier than You Think!

September 20, 2012 by Healthyfamiliesbc

Buy lower sodium food to prepare healthier meals at home. Registered dietitians are your most trusted source for nutrition information.

Learn from the Label

July 2, 2012 by Healthyfamiliesbc

Did you know that 75 per cent of the sodium we eat comes from processed foods? Reading the label on packaged foods is a key factor in making healthier food choices

Sodium Savvy

March 2, 2012 by Healthy Families BC

Every day we all make choices about our diet and although we all need sodium, but most of us eat more than double the amount we need.

Sodium 101

March 1, 2012 by Healthy Families BC

Sodium is found in salt. It's the sodium in salt that can be harmful to our health. All types of salt are high in sodium.

Sodium and Your Health

January 10, 2012 by Healthyfamiliesbc

About one-third of people are sensitive to sodium. Eating too much sodium can cause high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease and kidney disease.