Soups, baked beans, popcorn, and instant noodles are convenient but often packed with sodium for flavour and preservation.
Cereals and Baked Items
Everyday items like bread rolls (pav), rusks, biscuits, cookies, and ready-made pizza bases, readymade pancake and dosa batter contain significant amounts of salt.
Dairy Products
While dairy is rich in calcium and vitamin D, certain products like paneer, buttermilk (chaas), and processed cheeses can be high in salt.
Packaged Seasoning and Herbs
Be cautious before adding packaged seasonings or condiments to your freshly prepared dishes like biryani or curries
Vegetable and Fruit Juices
Drinking vegetable juice might seem like an easy way to get your veggies in, but if you don't check the nutrition label, you could be consuming a lot of sodium.
Frozen Meat and Seafood
Convenient frozen options may be loaded with sodium. Look for products labeled 'low sodium' or 'no added salt,' or season them yourself using herbs and spices for a healthier alternative.
Pickles(Achaar) and Papads
A staple in many Indian households, pickles are often loaded with salt to preserve them and enhance flavour.