Effects of a behavioral intervention that emphasizes spices and herbs on adherence to recommended sodium intake: results of the SPICE randomized clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

For decades, dietary sodium intake in the United States has remained high, and few studies have examined strategies for maintaining recommended intakes.

Objective

We examined the effects of a behavioral intervention, which emphasized spices and herbs, on the maintenance of sodium intake at the recommended intake of 1500 mg/d in individuals to whom the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans apply.

Design

We conducted a 2-phase study that included adults ≥18 y of age for whom Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends 1500 mg Na/d. The study was conducted in Baltimore, Maryland, from 2012 to 2014. In phase 1, 55 individuals consumed a low-sodium diet for 4 wk. Participants were provided all foods, snacks, and calorie-containing drinks. In phase 2, 40 participan

SUBMITTER: Anderson CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4548171 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature