High sodium diet may increase risk for high blood pressure
A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that as dietary sodium levels go up over time, the risk for high blood pressure may also go … Continue Reading →
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Nestlé USA removes artificial flavors, cuts sodium in pizza, snacks
Nestlé USA has announced it will remove artificial flavors and cut sodium in its most popular frozen pizza and snack brands. IFT Daily News
Confusion surrounds sodium on nutrition labels
A study published in Preventing Chronic Disease shows that most American consumers report buying low sodium food items. IFT Daily News
GMA calls for more study on sodium effects
The Grocery Manufacturers Association called Thursday for more scientific and federal research on the effects of sodium intake. read more Supermarket News
Are U.S. consumers’ concerns about sodium intake on the wane?
As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prepares to issue voluntary sodium guidelines for food manufacturers and restaurants, food market research by The NPD Group, a global information company, … Continue Reading →
Vegetables often prepared with added fat, sodium
A study conducted by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service (USDA ERS) shows that Americans often eat vegetables prepared in ways that add calories and sodium and remove … Continue Reading →
Loblaw to reduce sodium in President’s Choice by 20%
Loblaw has pledged to reduce sodium levels by 20%, on average, across 400 President’s Choice products, this year and next. read more Supermarket News
Top foods contributing to excess fat, sodium in children’s diets
Research presented at the Experimental Biology 2014 conference shows that cheese, hot dogs, and whole and 2% milk may be among the top foods and beverages contributing to saturated fat … Continue Reading →
Lower sodium intake may decrease cardiovascular disease risk
A study published in Circulation shows that lowers sodium intake may lower the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). IFT Daily News
CDC report: Strategies for foodservice sodium reduction
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has published a report—“From Menu to Mouth: Opportunities for Sodium Reduction in Restaurants”—offering strategies for health departments and restaurants to work … Continue Reading →