SaltFilter: Looking for a good book or online resource that helps one calculate the amount of salt in various kinds of food - down to the grain if possible. [more inside]
posted by jammy on Jan 26, 2009 - 3 answers

A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with Meniere's Disease -- basically chronic vertigo and other inner ear/balance issues. The first course of treatment is through diet: very low salt and no alcohol. The trouble is he still eats like he is in college... [more inside]
posted by sararah on Sep 9, 2008 - 8 answers

Healthy chips and dip? [more inside]
posted by XMLicious on Mar 7, 2008 - 33 answers

Any jockeys or prizefighters in the house? I've read repeatedly that Diet Coke and other diet soft drinks have both sodium - which makes the body retain water - as well as caffeine - which acts as a mild diuretic. Which effect is greater? Will drinking a diet soda cause a net gain or loss in your weight a few hours later? [more inside]
posted by web-goddess on Aug 8, 2006 - 13 answers