It Has Been Awhile!!!
I have been working on a new book so no time for posting. Due for publication in December.
There has been a lot of talk in the news about the over consumption of salt. A genuine problem. It is a good time to start monitoring the amount of salt you consume. You may get a surprise!
Just about everyone eats too much sodium because
it is present in all kinds of salt and most people like the taste of salt. It
is a bummer, but you will notice that all the good tasting sauces are very high
in sodium. Indeed, it is an additive in a lot of our food. Yet, your body only
needs a small amount of sodium. At our ages, the upper daily sodium limit
recommended by Health Canada is 2,300 mg, but a daily intake of 1,200 to 1,300
mg is deemed adequate.[1]
You should know that you can get the required amount by eating healthy foods
since many naturally contain small amounts of sodium. Indeed, it is advisable
to stay away from sea salt and refined salt as much as possible. Don't add salt
when cooking, avoid deli meats and packaged snacks, and don't use table salt.
A good way to avoid over consumption is to stay away from packaged foods. Take the time to cook.
The men in red are about to elect a new Pope. I am for the Canadian!!
About Me
- Dr. Larry McConnell
- The author of the awarding winning book Cardiac Champs; a book that teaches people with heart disease, particularly heart attack survivors, how to live a healthy, vigorous, happy life while effectively managing the emotional turmoil that so often accompanies heart disease. Latest book.... A Primer For Old Guys: Eat Smart, Exercise and Be Happy is scheduled for publication in the Spring of 2014
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