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The following foods usually contain large amounts of
sodium. Try to avoid or consume only small quantities. See
Low Salt Products for lower sodium alternatives.
- Bakery items
— bagels, artisan breads, donuts and pastries
- Canned foods
— soups, meats, fish, sauerkraut, beans and vegetables
- Convenience items
— frozen dinners, pizza, cereals and packaged mixes
(such as pancakes, food “helpers,” stuffing and rice
dishes)
- Dairy products
— cheese and cottage cheese
- Deli items —
bacon, luncheon meats, corned beef, smoked meats or
fish, sausage, sardines, anchovies and mayonnaise-based salads
(like coleslaw and potato salad)
- Snack foods —
crackers, chips and dips
- Condiments —
Dijon mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, salad dressings, pickles,
olives, capers and salsa
- Sauces —
gravy, barbecue, pasta, teriyaki and soy sauces
- Baking needs
— self-rising flour, baking and biscuit mixes, bouillon
cubes, batter and coating mixes, packaged seasoning
mixes, breadcrumbs, corn syrup, cooking wines, meat
tenderizers, monosodium glutamate (MSG), baking powder
and baking soda
- Beverages —
tomato and vegetable juices, Bloody Mary and chocolate
drink mixes
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