On Tue, 04 Nov 2003 12:02:02 -0800, Robin wrote:

> In article m>,
> Tim Challenger <"timothy(dot)challenger(at)apk(dot)at"> wrote:

>> On Mon, 03 Nov 2003 20:03:05 -0800, Robin wrote:

>>> I'm currently using Nu-Salt but its not available in all of the various
>>> markets where I shop.

>> What IS salt substitute?

> From the label of NuSalt, which I use since regular salt results in
> water retention (ie weight gain!!):

> Potassium Choride, Contains less than 1% of cream of tartar,
>Silicon Dioxide

So basically it's sand

> and Natural Flavor

Thanks.

But, I suppose the flavour is there to make it taste more salty, as it's
sodium that makes the salty taste. Replace it with potassium, and you'll
likely end up adding more to make the food taste "right".


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Tim.

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