Estimation of salt intake in the Brazilian population: results from the 2013 National Health Survey

Conclusion: The mean salt intake in the Brazilian population is approximately twice the recommended by the World Health Organization (5g/day).Given the association of high salt intake with hypertension and decreased renal function, these data indicate the need to adopt comprehensive public policies to reduce the consumption in the Brazilian population.
Source: Revista Brasileira de Epidemiologia - Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research