The calculator is usually hard to find, you usually have to go through the contact us page or the FAQ section of their website to find. The calculator is a nice addition, but there are a few challenges for us on the low sodium diet. The American Heart association and the Mayo Clinic have recommended 1500 mg a day for prevention of heart issues, for those with high blood pressure (hypertension), and those who are over the age of 50.Ī new challenge for those of us that are scouring websites for the nutritional information, is that while many restaurants are starting to share the nutrition information, including sodium, are doing so with a web tool that is called a nutrition calculator. The criteria we use to define a meal is based upon the USDA recommendation of 2300 mg a day for a healthy person. The sauces, seasonings, and condiments then also have to be looked at and considered. Chicken, which we have been trained to think is a healthier option is often soaked in saltwater prior to freezing to be shipped to the restaurants. The meats and proteins used, especially ham and processed meats like salami, pepperoni, and more are extremely high in sodium. The bread, buns, or rolls, are often high in sodium. We already covered some of these things when we took a look at Subway.Ī sandwich contains several components that all typically will take a food item off the menu for us. In answering the question of Can I Eat Low Sodium at Jimmy Johns I hope to take a look at some basic rules you can apply at any sandwich shop and stay within you low sodium requirements for the meal. Sandwich shops are a conundrum! They often claim to be a “Healthy” Fast Food option, yet that is often deceiving.
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