BMJ Open December 2013 PMID 24366578

Global, regional and national sodium intakes in 1990 and 2010: a systematic analysis of 24 h urinary sodium excretion and dietary surveys worldwide.

John Powles, Saman Fahimi, Renata Micha, Shahab Khatibzadeh, Peilin Shi, Majid Ezzati, Rebecca E Engell, Stephen S Lim, Goodarz Danaei, Dariush Mozaffarian

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Discussions reflect recognition of the high sodium levels in processed foods, with comments like 'the 10g/d of salt and 4g/d of Sodium' referencing actual intake figures. The tone remains informational and cautious, emphasizing the ubiquity of processed foods and suggesting sodium levels might be even higher now, which shows a moderate level of concern but limited deep engagement or calls for action.

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The discussion mostly aligns with the findings of the publication, acknowledging the high sodium intakes worldwide and the implications of processed foods.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest by engaging with specific data points, such as the typical sodium intake levels, but not deeply exploring broader health implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

The comments reflect some engagement, with users referencing the sources of salt and discussing processed foods, but not extending to detailed analysis or activism.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall conversation indicates awareness but lacks strong indications of behavior change or advocacy driven by the publication

Abstract in brief

  • The study estimates global sodium intake in 1990 and 2010 using data from 142 urine and 103 dietary surveys across 66 countries, showing that average intake in 2010 was about 3.95 g/day, nearly double the WHO recommended limit.
  • Sodium intake is highest in regions like East Asia, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe, and generally exceeds recommended levels everywhere, with small differences between age and sex groups.
  • Between 1990 and 2010, sodium consumption slightly increased worldwide, and almost all countries would benefit from efforts to reduce sodium intake to improve public health.]

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Koushik R. Reddy, MD, FACC, FACLM, DipABLM,LMI
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For those wondering where the 10g/d of salt and 4g/d of Sodium is from… Given the global proliferation and ubiquitous nature of processed foods, the intakes are probably even higher now, if I were to guess! https://t.co/DvIaSydZRl

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Koushik R. Reddy, MD, FACC, FACLM, DipABLM,LMI
@KoushikReddyMD · X

For those wondering where the 10g/d of salt and 4g/d of Sodium is from… Given the global proliferation and ubiquitous nature of processed foods, the intakes are probably even higher now, if I were to guess! https://t.co/DvIaSydZRl

Oct 11, 2022 · 1 like · 4,947 followers View post →
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