Will you regain a little salt? Many of us are enjoying the addition of salt to our dishes. A few grains to enhance the taste of our food. A common gesture banal, but which can quickly become dangerous for health when repeated and leads to overconsumption of this nutrient. At the end of January 2025, the WHO (the World Health Organization) revealed its recommendations with regard to salt consumption. More specifically, it advocates the use of alternatives to salt. What are they? Researchers present them to you in an article in the conversation .
attention to our salt consumption
In France, our consumption of salt often exceeds Recommendations made by health professionals. Thus, men tend to consume about 9 grams per day, which corresponds to two teaspoons, and women about 7 grams per day. However, adults should not absorb more than 5 grams per day of this nutrient.
However, it is not always easy to respect this dosage. You can sometimes not have the impression of salt, not even at all … However, 80% of our salt consumption comes from what is called “hidden salt”. It comes from the food themselves: cheese, cold meats, prepared dishes … Difficult then to follow its daily consumption.
Certainly, salt, or sodium chloride, is essential to the human body. Sodium, more particularly, is essential in Read more on science and life
With an unwavering passion for local news, Christopher leads our editorial team with integrity and dedication. With over 20 years’ experience, he is the backbone of Wouldsayso, ensuring that we stay true to our mission to inform.
