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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII 2/26/23 Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII 2/26/23

Low-Sodium Shopping List

Much of the added sodium in the typical American diet comes not from the salt shaker but from processed and restaurant foods. Untangling which foods are low in sodium can be harder than you think, which is why I've created this low-sodium shopping list.

Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII 12/2/22 Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII 12/2/22

Basic Healthy Shopping List Handout

Here is an easy shopping list that features the essential healthy items in most stores. It is a great jumping-off point so folks can base more of their meals on real ingredients.

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