Is Chicken a Salty Food? The Truth About Processed vs. Natural Poultry
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Heart Association, more than 75% of Americans' salt intake comes from processed and restaurant foods. This statistic is critical to understanding the misconception: is chicken a salty food? The answer depends almost entirely on how the chicken is prepared and processed, not on its natural state.