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to maintain texture.1. The Truth About. Answering Demand for. Lower Sodium.
Enjoying Canned Foods: 3 Tips to Lower Sodium Intake Canned foods boast many important nutrients and are convenient, affordable and quick to prepare. To enjoy the many benefits of canned food while watching sodium intake, consider these simple tips.
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Drain and rinse canned vegetables and beans Draining and rinsing canned foods reduces the sodium content. A recent study shows draining and rinsing canned beans results in a 41% reduction in sodium; draining alone results in a 36% reduction in sodium.1 L W SODOIU M
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When checking sodium content on the label, remember it includes the liquid in the can. Draining and rinsing reduces the sodium further, allowing most canned foods to fit into a lower sodium diet.
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Sodium is not required for preservation of canned food, so lowering or eliminating it does not affect freshness. For those who are watching their sodium intake, there are many options available to help them reach their goal.
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