Canned Soups
While convenient, many canned soups are loaded with sodium to enhance flavor and extend shelf life. Some brands contain as much as 800-1,200 mg of sodium per serving—more than half the daily recommended intake. Consuming high amounts of sodium is directly linked to elevated blood pressure, which in turn increases the likelihood of stroke. Reducing sodium intake by just 1,000 mg per day can lower blood pressure and decrease stroke risk by 30%.