Nutrient Sources
Updated February 21, 2017 | Factmonster Staff
Find the top ten sources of sodium among common—yet surprising—foods. These ten foods comprise 44% of all the sodium Americans eat.
Rank | Food | Percent of sodium intake |
---|---|---|
1. | Breads and rolls | 7.4% |
2. | Cold cuts and cured meats | 5.1% |
3. | Pizza | 4.9% |
4. | Poultry | 4.5% |
5. | Soups | 4.3% |
6. | Sandwiches | 4.0% |
7. | Cheese | 3.8% |
8. | Pasta dishes | 3.3% |
9. | Meat dishes | 3.2% |
10. | Snacks | 3.1% |
Source: Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
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