Mastering low sodium shopping, cooking and dining.
Following on from the Wholesome Reduced Salt Sandwich Loaf recipe. I’ve decided to share another bread recipe that makes a regular appearance in the Low Salt Pantry kitchen. The mighty No-knead reduced sodium focaccia. Focaccia bread, with its rich Italian heritage, is known for its fluffy interior and crisp, golden crust. Traditionally, focaccia is generously […]
My life prior to a low salt diet was rich with eating out for any and every occasion under the sun. Catching up with a friend, family gathering, returning to an old favorite restaurant, trying a new cuisine, a new restaurant, or just simply because “I didn’t feel like cooking today”. When I was diagnosed […]
Bread stands as a quintessential joy in life and a staple for many Australians. Surprisingly, the simple store bought sandwich loaf often contains a significant amount of sodium. On average, just two slices of sandwich bread can harbor between 300mg to 400mg of sodium. Factor in additional fillings and condiments, and the sodium content of […]
For as long as I could remember, there was this book on my mother’s bookshelf called ‘Chicken soup for the woman’s soul’. I remember reading it countless times during my teenage years. When I pulled it off the shelf and read it for the first time, I was still rather young. I was a teenager […]
Introduction to the Coles Low Sodium Shopping Guide Regardless of your preferred supermarket, statistics reveal that Coles holds a strong position as the second-largest grocery retailer in Australia. While Woolworths may offer a more extensive range of low-sodium products in comparison, Coles still provides ample options for those looking to manage their sodium intake. Here […]
The Low Salt Pantry concept emerged simply to share common low-sodium items found on supermarket shelves with fellow Australians. After adopting a low-sodium diet myself in 2021, I began documenting regularly purchased low-sodium items, with Woolworths being a primary shopping destination. Today, I’m excited to share my low-salt shopping guide specifically tailored to Woolworths supermarkets. […]
Cooking Indian food, especially curries, had always been quite intimidating for me. The lengthy list of spices required was often off putting for me. I’m not sure how many times have I searched for a curry recipe before thinking to myself ‘okay this is an adventure for another day’. Indian curries has always been a […]
Navigating the Onset: My Meniere’s Journey It was a seemingly ordinary August afternoon in 2020 when I first noticed something was off with my hearing. As I casually mentioned to my husband, ‘I think my right ear feels a bit muffled.’ It was as if I had my hands pressed against my ears, and to […]
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’re seeking change. Whether you’ve been advised to adopt a low-salt diet for health reasons or you’re searching for ways to enhance the diet of a loved one, my aim is for you to leave here feeling empowered to navigate this new journey. The Journey of Label […]
The concept of a low sodium diet is by no means new. Eating a low sodium diet, however, goes much beyond passing up on the saltshaker at the dinner table. Research suggests the average Australian consume almost double the sodium that is recommended for a healthy diet. Apart from the visible sources of sodium, a […]