Best low sodium recipes: 59 photos
Low Sodium Minestrone Soup
FAQ
Choose options like:
- Fresh or frozen fish or shellfish.
- Chicken or turkey breast without skin or marinade.
- Lean cuts of beef or pork.
- Unsalted nuts and seeds.
- Dried beans, peas, and lentils — like black beans and garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
A: Eating more vegetables and fruits that are high in sodium, as well as cheese, may help increase sodium levels naturally. Having more seafood is another way to boost your sodium levels.
Fruits and vegetables are a great source of flavor and nutrition. Plant-based foods -- carrots, spinach, apples, and peaches -- are naturally low in sodium. Sun-dried tomatoes, dried mushrooms, cranberries, cherries, and other dried fruits are bursting with flavor.
One boiled egg has about 65 mg of sodium, which accounts for 4-5% of most people's recommended daily sodium intake. As a result, hard-boiled eggs are not considered high in sodium when prepared and eaten plain.
“The very best thing to do is sweat,” says registered dietitian Julia Zumpano, RD, LD. “The body naturally removes sodium through sweat, tears and urine.” To even out your sodium level, get sweaty by exercising or sitting in a sauna. Drink plenty of fluids and cut out salt and salty foods right away.