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Amazlilith · 11-30-2004, 02:18 PM

What is the Atkins position on Salt intake. I was looking and just couldn't find the answer. I have to admit I am a bit of a salt fiend...I am wondering if it is hurting my weight loss. Is there any alternatives that would satisfy that craving?

Diana · 11-30-2004, 02:40 PM

I use Nu-salt

I have to watch my intake or I hold water easily

Atkins_Nutritionist · 12-02-2004, 07:54 AM

There really is no official position about salt in the Atkins Nutritional Approach, but like everything, it should not be used excessively. But Diana is right that it can cause water retention. It may or many not affect your actual weight loss success, but it will likely affect the number on the scale if you are retaining water. The National Academy of Sciences recommends that Americans consume a minimum of 500 mg/day of sodium to maintain good health. Salt is made up of sodium chloride. But most foods contain sodium, so even if you do not add salt, you are likely meeting requirements. In fact, the problem is that most american consume 4-6 times the requirement since processed foods are so prevelant in our society, and salt and other sodium compounds are used as a preservative. You may want to try other alternatives like what Diana mentioned.

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Amazlilith Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 67 Gallery: Amazlilith Stats: 328.5/280.5/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2004	salt... What is the Atkins position on Salt intake. I was looking and just couldn't find the answer. I have to admit I am a bit of a salt fiend...I am wondering if it is hurting my weight loss. Is there any alternatives that would satisfy that craving?

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11-30-2004, 02:40 PM	#2
Diana Allergic to Carbs- I break out in Fat! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Anderson, Indiana Posts: 34,917 Gallery: Diana Stats: 176.5/138.8/134 (5'3") WOE: The Original Atkins Start Date: 8/11/03 Restart 4/08	I use Nu-salt I have to watch my intake or I hold water easily

12-02-2004, 07:54 AM	#3
Atkins_Nutritionist Nutritionist Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Atkins Health and Medical Information Services Posts: 684 Gallery: Atkins_Nutritionist	There really is no official position about salt in the Atkins Nutritional Approach, but like everything, it should not be used excessively. But Diana is right that it can cause water retention. It may or many not affect your actual weight loss success, but it will likely affect the number on the scale if you are retaining water. The National Academy of Sciences recommends that Americans consume a minimum of 500 mg/day of sodium to maintain good health. Salt is made up of sodium chloride. But most foods contain sodium, so even if you do not add salt, you are likely meeting requirements. In fact, the problem is that most american consume 4-6 times the requirement since processed foods are so prevelant in our society, and salt and other sodium compounds are used as a preservative. You may want to try other alternatives like what Diana mentioned.