5 Tips To Reduce Salt Intake

Healthshots By Radhika Bhirani Published Sep 26, 2023

Indians are overconsuming salt intake by at least 3 gram, says a new study published in the journal Nature Portfolio. Men were found to be consuming more salt than women.

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According to the World Health Organization guidelines, daily consumption of salt must be within 5 gram. But people end up consuming more due to lack of awareness about hidden sources of salt.

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You may not realise, but processed and packaged foods can add to your sodium consumption. Excess salt can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke risks.

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Let us tell you effective ways to control and reduce your daily salt intake for the sake of your heart and overall health.

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If you are worried about your taste buds, don't worry! With time, you will acquire a taste for food that will be low on salt.

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Sugar vs Salt: What impacts your heart health more?

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5 Tips To Reduce Salt Intake

Indians are overconsuming salt intake by at least 3 gram, says a new study published in the journal Nature Portfolio. Men were found to be consuming more salt than women.

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According to the World Health Organization guidelines, daily consumption of salt must be within 5 gram. But people end up consuming more due to lack of awareness about hidden sources of salt.

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You may not realise, but processed and packaged foods can add to your sodium consumption. Excess salt can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke risks.

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Let us tell you effective ways to control and reduce your daily salt intake for the sake of your heart and overall health.

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1. Measure your salt

1. Measure your salt

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2. Avoid adding extra salt after cooking

2. Avoid adding extra salt after cooking

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3. Stay away from salty snacks

3. Stay away from salty snacks

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4. Check ingredients while cooking

4. Check ingredients while cooking

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5. Choose fresh vegetables

5. Choose fresh vegetables

If you are worried about your taste buds, don't worry! With time, you will acquire a taste for food that will be low on salt.

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Sugar vs Salt: What impacts your heart health more?

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