Saltj
What is Saltj?
Salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl). It is naturally occurring and can be harvested from salt mines or evaporated from seawater or saltwater lakes. It is a fundamental nutrient for human life, essential for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function.
Is Saltj vegan?
Saltj is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Saltj a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Saltj used for?
Salt is a primary flavor enhancer, making foods taste better and balancing other flavors.
Is Saltj safe?
The FDA sets the Daily Value for sodium at 2,300 mg per day.
Why it's used
Salt is a primary flavor enhancer, making foods taste better and balancing other flavors. It also acts as a preservative, inhibiting the growth of bacteria in foods like cured meats and pickles. It's found in a wide variety of processed foods, from baked goods to savory meals.
Health notes
The FDA sets the Daily Value for sodium at 2,300 mg per day. High sodium intake is linked to increased blood pressure in some individuals. JECFA has evaluated salt and established acceptable daily intakes. While essential in small amounts, excessive consumption is a public health concern.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Saltj
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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream With Sea Salt Caramel Ribbon & Truffle Candy Pieces, Sea Salt Caramel
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving
227kcal
3.4Protein
10.2Fat
31.8Carbs
Sjaak's Organic Chocolates
Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream With Sea Salt Caramel Ribbon & Truffle Candy Pieces, Sea Salt Caramel
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving
227kcal
3.4Protein
10.2Fat
31.8Carbs
Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.
Tuna Salad On A Croissant
High in sodium — 37% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving
—kcal
10.9Protein
17.6Fat
—Carbs
Publix Super Markets, Inc.
Shredded Chicken In BBQ Sauce With Gouda Macaroni And Cheese, Shredded Chicken In BBQ
High in sodium — 59% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
127kcal
8.5Protein
3.5Fat
14.8Carbs
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