World off-track to cut 30 per cent sodium intake by 2025: WHO
New Delhi, Mar 10 (PTI) The world is off-track to achieve its global target of reducing sodium intake by 30 per cent by 2025, which is essential to save millions of lives globally, according to a first-of-its-kind report by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Sodium, an essential nutrient, increases the risk of heart disease, stroke and premature death when consumed in excess.
The main source of sodium is table salt (sodium chloride), but it is also a part of other condiments such as sodium glutamate which is naturally found in some foods and is also used as a flavour enhancer.
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