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By reducing your sodium intake, you can:

• Change your sodium palate
• Start enjoying foods with less sodium
• Reduce bloating

On average, American adults eat more than 3,400 milligrams (mg) of sodium daily — more than double the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½'s recommended limit of 1,500 mg for most adults.

Week 1

Breads & Rolls / Cold Cuts & Cured Meats:

• Look for lower sodium items.
• Track your sodium consumption.
• Log how much sodium you've shaved out of your diet.

Week 2

Pizza / Poultry:

• If you eat pizza, make it one with less cheese and meats.
• Add veggies to your pizza instead.
• Use fresh poultry rather than fried, canned or processed.

Week 3

Soups / Sandwiches:

• One cup of chicken noodle soup can have over 830mg of sodium.
• Check labels and try lower sodium varieties.
• Use lower sodium meats, cheeses and condiments and plenty of vegetables to build healthier sandwiches.

Look for the Heart Check mark to find products that can help you make smarter choices about the foods you eat.

Sodium is found in almost all foods, including mixed dishes such as sandwiches, burgers and tacos; rice, pasta and grain dishes; pizza; meat, poultry and seafood dishes; and soups.

Learning to read and understand the Nutrition Facts label can help you make healthier choices.

Choose wisely and watch portion control.

Heart.org/Sodium