Daily Fit Tip: Cut out salt and use herbs instead

The American Heart Association has recently put out a call to all Americans to cut their salt intake by 50%. Removing your salt shaker from your kitchen table isn't really enough, you need to watch the sodium in the processed foods you eat as well, such as breads, cereals, frozen foods, and any packaged goods. But learning to cook at home without salt is an excellent way to start. Learning how to use herbs when you cook can not only reduce the amount of salt you take in, but it can also open up your taste buds to new and exciting flavors. If you're a particularly big salt-o-holic, start with pepper, garlic, curry, cumin, dill, onion, or ginger to best replace the taste of your beloved salt.