What to ditch and what to stock for a healthier pantry
How to slash sodium
Scan your pantry for foods that typically contain high levels of sodium, such as bread (the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that white bread was one of Americans’ largest sources of sodium), snacks and canned soup.
One serving of condensed soup, for instance, can contain 790 mg of sodium—33 percent of your daily requirement. Look for products that contain less than 480 mg sodium per serving, and prioritize low-sodium or unsalted foods.
As for that fancy sea salt? Though it contains just as much sodium as iodized table salt, some believe it has more flavor, so you’ll use less of it.