The human diet, for millions of years, did not contain any…
“The human diet, for millions of years, did not contain any added salt - only the sodium present in natural foods, adding up to only about 1000 mg sodium per day.”
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Historically, humans consumed only natural sodium, far less than modern added salt, implying health benefits of low‑salt diets.
In simple terms: Natural foods have low sodium.
Reduce added salt, choose whole foods.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- modern processed foods
- high‑salt meals
- restaurant dining
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you find flavorful alternatives?
- How will you track sodium intake?
Taste may suffer without seasoning.