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Sodium Reduction Efforts Must Balance Nutrient Density

University of Toronto researchers say reformulation strategies should preserve key nutrients found in many high-sodium foods

Prepared Foods Editorial Staff

May 25, 2026

Many foods contributing the most sodium to US diets also provide nutrients Americans lack, according to new research. The findings underscore the challenge for food developers seeking to reduce sodium without compromising nutritional value.

Innophos: Clean Label Baking

Innophos showcases non-aluminum leavening solution at bakery event

February 27, 2024

Innophos returns as a presenter at the American Society of Baking’s (ASB) Annual BakingTECH Event and Expo from February 27 – 29, 2024 at the Hilton Chicago. BakingTECH is one of the largest events of its kind bringing together thousands of attendees, including scientists, food professionals, and exhibiting companies from around the globe.

Kemin: Clean Label Quality

Kemin Proteus functional and clean label protein solutions help enhance meat protein quality and yield

February 22, 2023

Despite the rising popularity of plant-based protein, meat still reigns supreme, with a majority of the population still consuming traditional meat products.

Prayon: Phosphate Boost

New factory to boost Prayon production of food grade sodium hexametaphosphate

November 30, 2020

Prayon, a world leader in phosphate chemistry, will build a new factory and boost the company’s production of food grade sodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP). This project is part of Prayon's growth strategy in several sectors (food additives, water treatment, industrial applications), and it will support the group's development worldwide.

NatureSeal: Keep it Fresh

NatureSeal offers a family of healthy, sulfite-free solutions to keep cut potatoes, cut sweet potatoes and other root vegetables fresh for up to 21 days

September 18, 2020

NatureSeal, Inc., Westport, Conn., offers a family of healthy, sulfite-free solutions to keep cut potatoes, cut sweet potatoes and other root vegetables fresh for up to 21 days.

FDA Weighing Salt

Food companies and restaurants could soon face government pressure to make their foods less salty.

June 18, 2014

It is still unclear when FDA will release new sodium guidelines, despite its 2013 goal to have them completed this year.

Health Trends Among Young Children

New research shows cheese, hotdogs, whole and 2% milk are among the top foods and beverages contributing to saturated fat and sodium intakes of toddlers and preschoolers.

April 28, 2014

Cheese, hotdogs, whole and 2% milk are among the top foods and beverages contributing to saturated fat and sodium intakes of toddlers and preschoolers.

Less Sodium, More Umami

Kikkoman Natural Flavor Enhancer lets manufacturers reduce sodium by 30%to 50% and keep a clean label

April 23, 2014

Among other properties, they researched NFE’s ability to function as a salt reducer and natural flavor enhancer; as a preservative and anti-spoilage agent; and as a booster of organoleptic attributes of processed animal protein products, such as deli meats and frankfurters.

No Salt, Low Salt and Sea Salt!

Salt provides flavor, texture and preservation, along with other critical functional elements across multiple prepared food categories.

Rachel Cheatham , Ph.D.

April 11, 2014

For consumers, savoriness often is all about that familiar and pleasing salty taste.

Editorial Views

Science of Sodium, Health

David Feder , RDN

April 11, 2014

In one of this month’s feature articles, a topic is covered—sodium—that’s highly controversial…but only because the actual controversy has been manufactured.

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