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Salt intakes around the world: implications for public health

International Journal of Epidemiology · 2009 · Vol. 38(3) · pp. 791–813
Ian BrownIoanna TzoulakiVanessa CandeiasPaul Elliott

Abstract

Unfavourably high sodium intakes remain prevalent around the world. Sources of dietary sodium vary largely worldwide. If policies for salt reduction at the population level are to be effective, policy development and implementation needs to target the main source of dietary sodium in the various populations.

MeSH terms

AdolescentAdultCardiovascular DiseasesChildChild, PreschoolCookingCross-Cultural ComparisonDietFeeding BehaviorFemaleHealth PromotionHumansHypertensionInfantInfant, Newborn

Funding

  • World Health Organization
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