WHO recommends reducing sodium intake to below 2 g/day (5 g/day of salt intake) to lower blood pressure and decrease the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Despite global efforts to reduce sodium consumption by 30% by 2030, progress has been slow, with the global average intake remaining at 4.3 g/day in 2019. To address this issue, WHO has recently suggested replacing table salt with lower-sodium salt substitutes (LSSS) which contain potassium chloride and reduced sodium levels. This recommendation aims to reduce the risk of hypertension and related non-communicable diseases.
However, it excludes pregnant women, children, individuals with kidney impairments, and those with conditions that may affect potassium excretion. Here is a quick question on salt consumption in India! Sources : WHO & THE PRINT ##Disclaimer## The content provided on Docplexus is intended for educational…
