Consumer Reports magazine published an article on high levels of sodium in several foods, including those that do not taste salty.
For example, it was cited that Kellogg’s Raisin Bran cereal contains 350 milligrams of sodium. Also, one Pepperidge Farm wholegrain bagel contains 440 milligrams of sodium.
“Our analysis found that lower-fat products might be higher in sodium. That’s in part because when fat is taken out of full-fat foods, sodium is sometimes used to compensate for flavor,” revealed Jamie Hirsh, associate health editor at Consumer Reports.
According to what nutritionists recommend, an adult should consume 2 300 milligrams of sodium per day, which is the equivalent to one teaspoon of salt. For those who suffer from hypertension, the recommended daily amount is 1 500 milligrams.