Sandwich eaters consume more sodium and calories. Nothing beats the versatility of the sandwich, a food concept that has spawned thousands of variations. But according to a new study, the popularity of the sandwich may be doing some health damage. “On any given day, nearly half of American adults eat at least one sandwich, which accounts for one-fifth of the recommended daily sodium intake. Depending on the person, sandwiches can contribute 30 to 46 percent of daily sodium intake recommendations [of 2,300mg per day].” That’s concerning because salt contributes to high blood pressure, which in turn can lead to heart disease and stroke. But salt wasn’t the only culprit. “Researchers also found that those who ate a sandwich consumed about 300 more calories than those who did not.” Fortunately, the sandwich’s versatility may also be its salvation. The researchers point out that they key to removing sodium and calories are to pick healthy ingredients to slot between those slices of bread

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