What Are the Major Sources of Sodium in the Diet

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Essay

What are the major sources of sodium in the diet of the U.S. population? Describe ways in which consumers can lower intakes of salt in their diets.

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Definitions:

Logrolling

The process of exchanging favors, especially in politics by reciprocal voting for each other's proposed legislation.

Social Engineering

Social engineering involves manipulating individuals into divulging confidential or personal information for fraudulent purposes.

Grandstanding

Engaging in behavior or making statements intended to attract positive attention and impress others.

Marginal Benefit

The added contentment or utility derived from utilizing or producing an extra item of a good or service.