Dont worry, her food still packs plenty of flavor.

I cook the same way Ive always cooked.

I normally cook withoutsalt, she shares, noting that this piece of controversialcooking advicecame from her grandmother.

Tabitha Brown in her kitchen

Photo:Andrew Eccles for BHG

She said, Listen, when you go into a restaurant, wheres your salt?

I said its on the table.

She says, Thats where it belongson the table.

It doesnt belong in the kitchen.

I love herbs and spices.

Im not taking anything away from myself.

Im giving myself something new.

Im never hypocritical about my journey.

I never want people to feel judged by how they eat and live their life, she declares.

I did it to save my life.

The Food Issue ofBetter Homes & Gardensfeaturing Tabitha Brown hits newsstands on February 23.