5 ways to reduce sodium consumption

Have you ever wondered why it was approved for all restaurants in the Federal District to remove salt shakers from their tables? Reducing sodium consumption is good for health. If we reduce our salt consumption, we will promote a decrease in our blood pressure, but that's not the only benefit; it also helps maintain the good health of the heart, kidneys, and bones. Sometimes salty dishes overshadow other flavors, and the taste is diminished due to the high amount of sodium in our food. Here are some tips we have to reduce sodium consumption in our daily lives: 1. Cook your own meals Avoid buying pre-prepared food; if you cook, you will have greater control over the amount of salt you add to your dishes. If you have to buy frozen or packaged food, check the label, evaluate the sodium content, and decide whether it's best to buy it or make it yourself.   2. Add steamed vegetables If you can't cook and have to buy ready-made food, you can add some delicious steamed vegetables to your menu, divide the amount of purchased food, and if you can add spinach, not only will you have a healthier dish and reduced sodium consumption, but you'll also gain extra value from the fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants it contains.   3. Gradually reduce your salt intake We are not saying you should completely eliminate salt, as we know its importance in enhancing the flavors of the ingredients in dishes, but it is important that our sodium intake is controlled. The more salt we eat, the more we will want as we get used to its taste. You can start to gradually reduce the amount of salt. You can begin by removing the salt shaker from your guests' reach and only using it for cooking.   4. Check the labels It may be a lot of work at first, but if you start checking the labels of processed foods, you will begin to notice which brands care about maintaining a low sodium level in their products, so later, you can focus on those products that you labeled as low in sodium and that are not as harmful to health.   5. Consume salt-free foods It is not necessary to give up all products that contain salt; learn to balance your foods and consider which ones are most convenient to reduce and which are not. For example, for soups or stews, it is advisable to look for those with low sodium levels, frozen vegetables can be simpler without salt, or you can opt for legumes like beans and chickpeas that do not contain salt.   It is vital to be aware of the importance of reducing sodium consumption; you will see that you will gain benefits for the whole family and your future. We have prepared some cooking recipes, healthy dishes, where you can practice reducing salt consumption.   Cooking Recipes (it is important to click on the recipe title for more preparation details)   Corn Tortilla and Nopal Sushi. A delicious and innovative recipe for sushi made with corn tortilla, nopal, beans, and Oaxaca cheese, drenched in green sauce. Everyone will love it! Gratinated Vegetables. A rich collection of gratinated vegetables, ready for a healthy appetizer. Steamed Rice. With this recipe, you will learn how to prepare delicious steamed rice that you can use to accompany very seasoned dishes; it will be an exquisite side! Steamed Vegetables. A delicious combination of vegetables for steaming; you can accompany your best dishes with this recipe. Classic Vanilla Cake. This vanilla cake recipe is foolproof as it works every time, and you can make different variations. Grilled Pineapple with Ice Cream. Delicious grilled pineapple, whether on the grill or in the oven. Natural Mango Ice Cream. An easy and simple recipe for homemade natural mango ice cream. Tuna Salad. A simple snack for the World Cup. Spicy Fish Rice. If you want to serve a single dish at your meals, try making this delicious spicy fish rice, which also includes a salad recipe to accompany it. If you want to see all our cooking recipes, click here