Sea salt is often promoted as a healthful alternative

to regular table salt, but the sodium (SALT) content is actually about the

same. Sea salt has only very small amounts of some

minerals. If you are looking for a low-sodium option,

consider salt-free seasonings and herb blends

instead. Be sure to read the labels, since some herb

mixtures are not salt-free.

To make sure a product is salt-free, check the

ingredients and the sodium content in a serving.

Some products are called "lite." This means it has

about half the salt as normal table salt. A registered

dietitian will be able to best help you determine how

much sodium you should consume each day.