{"id":4974,"date":"2024-04-04T03:45:24","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T03:45:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenchoicenow.com\/?p=4974"},"modified":"2024-04-04T03:45:29","modified_gmt":"2024-04-04T03:45:29","slug":"best-low-sodium-salsa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenchoicenow.com\/v\/best-low-sodium-salsa","title":{"rendered":"10 of the Best Low Sodium Salsa Brands"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\"\" Why choose low-sodium?<\/a>
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If you\u2019re watching the amount of salt in your diet, you may wonder whether salsa is off the table.

The good news is, it doesn\u2019t have to be. There are plenty of low-sodium salsa brands that pack their products with flavor, not salt. 

Here\u2019s a breakdown of why to opt for lower sodium varieties, how to choose the best low sodium salsa for you, and 10 of the best brands you can buy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why choose low-sodium?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Salsa is a delicious staple in many households. It\u2019s a nutrient-rich combination of chili peppers, tomatoes, and spices, widely used as a topping on taco night or as a classic dip for tortilla chips.

Unfortunately, many \u2014 but not all \u2014 store-bought salsas contain quite a bit of sodium. Some brands pack as much as 11% of the recommended daily value (DV) of sodium into a small two-tablespoon serving. <\/strong>

To put this in perspective, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) defines \u201clow sodium\u201d as containing less than 140mg (5% of the DV) of sodium per serving. 

While an essential nutrient, sodium is often linked to high blood pressure, which may increase the risk of heart disease and stroke when consumed in high quantities (1<\/a>).  

For this reason, the American Heart Association (AHA) recommends limiting your sodium to 2,300mg  \u2014  or about one teaspoon of salt \u2014  per day.\u200b\u200b The recommendation is lower for those with high blood pressure or heart conditions, at 1,500 mg of sodium per day (2<\/a>). 

Opting for low-sodium products, including salsa, is one way to help you stay within the AHA\u2019s recommendations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to choose low-sodium salsa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a variety of store-bought salsas to choose from. Along with sodium content, here are some things to keep in mind when choosing a low-sodium salsa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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