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Vegetable Stock Cube

Vegetable stock cubes are concentrated seasoning blocks used to add savory flavor to soups, stews, grains, and sauces. They are typically made from salt, dehydrated vegetables, flavorings, fats, and seasonings rather than being a whole food.

Beneficial properties

adds savory flavor convenient pantry staple low calorie when prepared can support hydration in broth form

Nutritional highlights

Vegetable stock cubes are usually high in sodium and may contain small amounts of potassium and trace nutrients from dehydrated vegetables, but they are not a significant source of vitamins, minerals, protein, or fiber.

Caution. Often very high in sodium; may be unsuitable for people with high blood pressure, fluid retention, kidney disease, or those on sodium-restricted diets. Some products also contain gluten, yeast extract, or MSG.

Conditions it helps with

Dehydration
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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Swelling, Water Retention & Lymph Backup
Includes: Edema
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