WHO: EAT SALT REDUCTION lives saved MILLIONS
YORK - The World Health Organization (WHO) 25-9 days calling people on salt reduction to reduce the number of people with heart disease and stroke, thereby reducing the number of cases death.
in the notice is given before the world heart Day (29-9), the wHO said the non-communicable diseases, including heart disease and stroke, is the leading cause of premature death and the human world 21st century
Consuming too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and significantly increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. However, WHO said people currently consume about 10 grams of salt per day, more than double the level recommended by the WHO.
The global action plan to cut the WHO noncommunicable diseases, reducing 30% of salt consumption per person across the globe in 2025 as one of the main objectives.
"If the goal is achieved, millions of people could be saved from heart disease, stroke and related diseases," said Oleg Chestnov - WHO assistant director general, said in a statement. He also noted that reducing salt intake is one of the most effective way to improve population health.
The organization called on the food industry to closely coordinate with governments to gradually reduce the salt in food products.
for individuals and families, WHO recommends eliminating canned food from dinner, reduce the amount of salt when cooking and eating habits set for young unprocessed food available and not add salt.
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