FOOD SCIENCE ›› 2012, Vol. 33 ›› Issue (21): 374-378.

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Research Progresses in Reduction and Control of Salt Intake

  

  • Received:2011-09-22 Revised:2012-09-02 Online:2012-11-15 Published:2012-11-09

Abstract: As an important seasoning in our daily life, salt is an essential ingredient in foods. However, excessive salt intake can cause hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. These issues have gained widespread attention and reduction of salt intake is imminent. In this paper, the current status of salt intake in different countries, the harm of high sodium diet, the major strategies to reduce salt intake and the status of salt reduction all over the world are summarized. Further prospects of  salt-reducing strategies are proposed.

Key words: salt intake, salt reduction, salt substitute

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