Add salt to plated meals – not while cooking

8 tips to lower your sodium intake

How much sodium are you consuming on a daily basis? If you're like the average Canadian it's probably twice as much as you need. Follow these tips to reduce your salt intake

By Yuki Hayashi

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5. Add salt to plated meals – not while cooking

Humans are hardwired to love the taste of salt. So indulge your craving by spiffing up your dishes with a dash of finishing salt like Maldon salt flakes, Hawaiian black lava salt, or pink Himalayan halite salt. Finishing salts bring the salt flavour upfront, and add texture, too.

The key is cooking your meal from scratch (not using prepared sauces), without adding salt during the cooking process. 

By swapping hidden sodium for finishing salt, you’ll probably consume less sodium, while enjoying your dining experience more.