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Questions & Answers About Salt vs. Sodium

Q = How do salt and sodium differ?
A = Table salt is 40% sodium. The other 60% is chloride. Salt (sodium chloride) is the major contributor of sodium in our diets e.g. 1 teaspoon table salt (5g) contains 2g salt.

Q = Should I try to eliminate foods with sodium from my diet?
A = No. Sodium is an essential nutrient. The body needs a small amount of sodium. Health experts suggest choosing foods low in salt.

Getting A Read On High Blood Pressure

  • Many factors are associated with high blood pressure (hypertension) including family history, body weight, one's age, and for some people, sodium intake.

High blood pressure is one factor that increases the chance of heart disease and strokes, but the exact causes of high blood pressure and how to prevent it are not fully understood.

Who Is At Risk For Hypertension?

Overweight Individuals

One of the most effective ways to manage hypertension is to keep your body weight within a healthy range. Keep physically active and watch your total kilojoule intake. Regular physical activity - even a moderate amount - can aid in weight loss and help reduce high blood pressure in some people.  Drinking too much alcohol can raise blood pressure.


Older Individuals

Not all older people have hypertension, but the chances of having high blood pressure increase as we grow older.

Shape Up Foods - With Flavour

  • Give your foods some Mexican zing with chilli powder, coriander, cumin and garlic.
  • Dishes get an Asian accent with garlic, ginger and red (cayenne) pepper.
  • Enjoy foods Italian-style with basil, garlic, parsley and oregano.
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