Who doesn’t love a crunchy, tangy and slightly sweet pickle? I sure do! But, pickles are notoriously high in sodium. Pickle lovers, never fear! My low sodium pickle recipe will satisfy your love of pickles without all the salt. Sodium and Health Too much (or too little!) sodium can be harmful. The Dietary Guidelines for …
If you are like me, baked beans are a staple during the summer. A pot luck simply wouldn’t be complete without sweet, velvety, scrumptious baked beans! What is a baked bean lover to do if they need a low sodium diet? Never fear! My low sodium baked beans are SO easy and delicious, you won’t …
This post was written by dietetic student Vanessa Torres and reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FAND. Salsa, a vibrant and zesty condiment, has become a staple in many households worldwide. With its combination of tomatoes, onions, peppers, herbs, and spices, salsa adds a burst of flavor to a variety of dishes. But, if …
Enjoy the comforting flavors of cornbread while prioritizing your kidney health with this delicious low sodium cornbread recipe. Sodium in Cornbread Sodium plays a significant role in the overall taste and texture of cornbread, but it’s important to be mindful of our sodium intake, especially for individuals with kidney health concerns. Traditional cornbread recipes often …
Who doesn’t love tacos? Tacos are a fan favorite no matter what the filling. But, tacos can be super high in sodium. A lot of sodium comes from taco seasoning. Why not make your own tacos at home with just-as-tasty low sodium taco seasoning? I promise, this low sodium taco seasoning really is PACKED with …
This couscous stuffed peppers is one of my all time favorites. The combo of savory herbs, feta and sweet cranberries is just to DIE for. I’m sure you’ll love them as much as I do! Are Couscous Stuffed Peppers Healthy? Yes! This couscous stuffed pepper recipe is a great way to get your veggies! Each …
Biscuits and other bread foods add a surprising amount of sodium to our diet. In fact, “breads and rolls” top the list for the Center on Disease Control (CDC)’s Top 10 Sources of Sodium in the US Diet. Never fear biscuit lovers! My low sodium biscuit recipe is quick, easy AND delicious. It has about …
Love flavorful steak but don’t want all of that salt? Look no further! This tasty No Salt Steak Seasoning is the solution. *Please note that this post contains clearly identified affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a small commission on qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you). Why Should You Use …
Smoothies can be a wonderful way to sneak in a few extra servings of fruits and veggies. But, if you aren’t careful, smoothies can be dangerously high in oxalate. This is a problem for people who have calcium oxalate stones, AND have high urine oxalate levels (not everyone who has calcium oxalate stones does!). Read …
Looking for a delicious low sodium BBQ sauce recipe? Look no further! This sauce is delicious on nearly anything you want to throw on the grill! *Please note that this post contains clearly identified affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a small commission on qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you). …
