Heart failure: Eating less salt
Where to go from here
Now that you have read this information, you can begin to cut down on the sodium in your diet.
Talk with your health professional (heart specialist, family doctor, dietitian, or nurse)
If you would like more information on the sodium content of foods, how to limit sodium, or how to follow a diet for heart failure, the following resource is available:
Organization
American Heart Association (AHA) 7272 Greenville Avenue Dallas, TX 75231 Phone: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (1-800-242-8721) Web Address: www.americanheart.org Call the American Heart Association (AHA) to find your nearest local or state AHA group. AHA can provide brochures and information about support groups and community programs, including Mended Hearts, a nationwide organization whose members visit people with heart problems and provide information and support. AHA's Web site also has information on physical activity, diet, and various heart-related conditions.
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| Author: | Robin Parks, MS | Last Updated: August 25, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD - Cardiology | |
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