I'm trying to cut down on salt. Any ideas for a substitute?
- Thread starter Alizerine
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Paladin1950
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As one gets older, the blood pressure readings get higher, so I have started to cut down on salt. I love salt, but now I hardly use it. I don't think a person really needs to find a substitute. Just don't use it as much or not at all.
Lara
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I don't think this is exactly what you're looking for but these are salt-free
I like making Hors d'oeuvres for myself on Cucumber rounds or on
"Salt-Free Saltines" or "Ritz Crackers With a Hint of Salt"
I melt Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese on the cracker in the microwave 19 sec
Then a dollop of sour cream mixed with garlic and/or herbs , then a dollop of salsa.
I even add an avocado chunk on top.
Notice the sauteed Shrimp on avocado, then on zucchini rounds.
I like making Hors d'oeuvres for myself on Cucumber rounds or on
"Salt-Free Saltines" or "Ritz Crackers With a Hint of Salt"
I melt Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese on the cracker in the microwave 19 sec
Then a dollop of sour cream mixed with garlic and/or herbs , then a dollop of salsa.
I even add an avocado chunk on top.
Notice the sauteed Shrimp on avocado, then on zucchini rounds.
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MrPants
Senior Member
Not a sodium replacement product but possible even better? Aint technology great!
The Kirin Salt Spoon.
It's basically an electric spoon that mimics the taste of salt even though you're eating a low sodium diet.
"The idea, as Reuters puts it, is that it passes a small electric current to “concentrate sodium ion molecules on the tongue,” enhancing salty flavor. It’s like techno-umami. The company says the goal is to get people to eat healthier by letting them eat low-sodium food without being sad about how unsalty it is."
Many may have an adversion to putting something powered by eletricity in their mouths, think of how people felt about electric tooth brushes early on.
It's made by a Japanese Company Kirin. Not sure it's available in North America yet as it's fairly new but something you might want to look into should you end up on a low sodium diet.
The Kirin Salt Spoon.
It's basically an electric spoon that mimics the taste of salt even though you're eating a low sodium diet.
"The idea, as Reuters puts it, is that it passes a small electric current to “concentrate sodium ion molecules on the tongue,” enhancing salty flavor. It’s like techno-umami. The company says the goal is to get people to eat healthier by letting them eat low-sodium food without being sad about how unsalty it is."
Many may have an adversion to putting something powered by eletricity in their mouths, think of how people felt about electric tooth brushes early on.
It's made by a Japanese Company Kirin. Not sure it's available in North America yet as it's fairly new but something you might want to look into should you end up on a low sodium diet.
Alizerine
Senior Member
For some reason food does not taste as good as it once did. I may have had a mild case of Covid or maybe its the medication I am on. I need to eat whether I'm hungry or not in order to take certain pills. I never add salt but some of what I eat already contains salt. Just trying to make my meals more appealing.
Alizerine
Senior Member
Thank you. That looks delicious!
Alizerine
Senior Member
Wow! That is fascinating. Not sure I'm quite ready for it but maybe if I become desperate. Thank you.
officerripley
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I've been using this for years; I think it tastes just like salt:
