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Tamari Or Soy Sauce

Tamari and soy sauce are savory fermented seasonings made from soybeans; tamari is typically less wheat-heavy than regular soy sauce and is sometimes gluten-free. They are used in small amounts to add umami flavor to dishes.

Beneficial properties

umami-rich seasoning fermented food product low-calorie flavoring contains small amounts of amino acids

Nutritional highlights

They are notable for very high sodium and provide small amounts of protein, trace minerals, and fermentation-derived flavor compounds.

Caution. Very high in sodium; use caution for people with high blood pressure, fluid retention, kidney disease, or those on sodium-restricted diets. Regular soy sauce also contains soy and usually wheat allergens.

Conditions it helps with

Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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Swelling, Water Retention & Lymph Backup
Includes: Edema
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