Multiple organizations and individuals are raising awareness during Salt Awareness Week about the risks of consuming excessive salt, particularly in children's meals sold in the out-of-home sector. Reports indicate that many meals contain over half of a child's daily salt limit, with some exceeding the entire day's worth. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes the need to reduce salt intake to lower the risks of heart disease and stroke, as excessive salt consumption is linked to these health issues. Efforts are being made to implement strategies for reducing salt consumption and improving nutrition labeling to empower consumers to make healthier choices.
Less salt = better health. High salt intake can increase blood pressure and put your health at risk. This Salt Awareness Week, @pahowho highlights the importance of limiting salt consumption: https://t.co/fGlHWWtZjI https://t.co/WsaCFx5G4q
The world must pay more attention to the silent killer: high blood pressure, which affects 1 in 3 adults globally. On #WorldHypertensionDay, every country can take steps toward the global goal of 50% of hypertension patients with blood pressure under control. https://t.co/EtHXH25QmA
Salt is everywhere. Most people consume double the daily recommended limit of 5mg, or one teaspoon, of salt, leading to preventable heart attacks, strokes and deaths. At @ResolveTSL, we’re working to change that. https://t.co/a3HCgDuzIv https://t.co/ol0wyDaRE3
Gaining control of hypertension is the single most important intervention for preventing death from a heart attack or stroke. This #WorldHypertensionDay, learn how the AMA is actively working to advance national blood pressure control efforts. https://t.co/B3NZQBCnF0
This #WorldHypertensionDay, it's imperative that physicians give patients the info they need to better report and self-monitor their numbers. Access our 7-step self-measured #bloodpressure quick guide to better support your patients. https://t.co/m6sNzdRSVf https://t.co/BmQHVfZcfR
Controlling your blood pressure can help you keep your brain healthy. Learn more ways to reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia with our 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain: https://t.co/7vvu63a6NU. #WorldHypertensionDay https://t.co/o6Kjp0GooY
Controlling high blood pressure is one of the most important ways to prevent a stroke. Talk to your doctor about your blood pressure numbers today! https://t.co/kRz9fVKfzB https://t.co/arPmJIjQcQ
#Hypertension affects 1.3 billion people. Around 4 out of 5 people with the condition do not receive effective treatment. On #WorldHypertensionDay, we call on all countries to scale up hypertension control, and help us avert 76 million deaths by 2050. https://t.co/g7LZzJpeBy
On #WorldHypertensionDay, let's take action to tackle high blood pressure! Introducing AMA MAP Hypertension, a powerful tool for larger healthcare orgs to enhance patient care. https://t.co/CKJL5JwsRG
The best way to understand your blood pressure is to check it regularly. Our updated online blood pressure tool will help you understand what your numbers mean and give you tips on how to manage your blood pressure. ➡️ https://t.co/VtPQvwlaCt #WorldHypertensionDay https://t.co/r1wyT10dKN
Tips for #WorldHypertensionDay 👇 Less salt More exercise Less stress More mindfulness Less caffeine More sleep Less alcohol More time... ⌛ High blood pressure is a leading cause of stroke. Monitor your blood pressure regularly to keep your heart healthy and live longer! https://t.co/ikFhEGREeY
Today is World Hypertension Day Nearly half of people with #hypertension globally are currently unaware of their condition https://t.co/JdhvYoWpQV https://t.co/xpyRuofsQV
Lifestyle choices can help prevent high blood pressure. 🥦 Eat healthy foods 🚭 Avoid tobacco 🍺 Reduce alcohol 🏃 Stay active More tips from @WHO on Friday's World Hypertension Day: https://t.co/VoALFO6WH0 https://t.co/qHdbgpiHzb
Did you know reformulating foods and clear front-of-pack labels can drastically reduce our #salt intake and related health risks from #hypertension to #stroke? But only 19% of countries across the Europe region have these safeguards. Demand change! #SaltAwarenessWeek https://t.co/W2Ds37yZVb
Salt is everywhere. It’s added to packaged foods. It’s used in home cooking. It’s added heavily to dishes ordered from restaurants and vendors. We can save millions of lives by reducing sodium intake https://t.co/P19hkYaNkR #LessSalt #SaltAwarenessWeek https://t.co/KbE27tIbuY
#WorldHypertensionDay: What makes high blood pressure a 'silent killer'? https://t.co/MWeHwjytdx
Please pass the salt! How eating excess salt kills over a million people every year https://t.co/zyBlVwFNty
On World Hypertension Day, let's raise awareness about this 'silent killer' and the importance of regular blood pressure checks. Recognize the signs and seek help if you notice these symptoms. . . #WorldHypertensionDay https://t.co/VdibhrntdV
A better food environment means less #salt in diets available at school canteens. Too much salt means hypertension and higher risks of stroke and heart attack. #SaltAwarenessWeek is the right time to demand mandatory #policies that reduce salt intake and related health threats. https://t.co/CYTeFFwH40
Ditching salt is harder when 85% of salt intake comes from 'pre-salted' products we buy. To protect our hearts & health we need stronger govt interventions says Lucy Hewitson of @BHFpolicy in new blog for UKSustain #RecipeforChange #SaltAwarenessWeek https://t.co/bnDbNxNQ0v https://t.co/KrGqOGhR6l
Tomorrow is #WorldHypertensionDay . An excellent opportunity to prevent stroke. Huge thanks to @NHSsoutheast Public Health colleagues for their analysis of #CVDPrevent hypertension data by ethnicity. https://t.co/zmOEEGHfln https://t.co/F09ttjdefa
When most people think of salt, “deadly” doesn’t come to mind. Yet nearly million people globally die every year from heart attacks, strokes and kidney disease caused by eating too much salt. We have too much sodium in our diets. Mandatory national policies to reduce salt is the… https://t.co/5FIL7nuxcl
New report by @WHO_Europe 'Action on salt and hypertension' which calls for an integrated approach to reduce salt intake and improve detection and control of hypertension to protect people's health https://t.co/c11vUYrEsb https://t.co/WRlm05Zda5
Cardiovascular disease is responsible for 40 percent of deaths in #Europe, the WHO says, urging Europeans to cut their salt intake. That amounts to 10,000 deaths a day, or four million a year. https://t.co/Nz1vPP5nII
🧂🚫It's Salt Awareness Week. Parents across the board are backing government action to slash salt and sugar levels in foods. It's about our children’s health, no matter your political stance. Support our parents’ manifesto here: https://t.co/Ii1Va76CK9 #OurChildrenOurFuture https://t.co/yKSnMMsyHS
🧂💔Higher #salt intake = higher risks of stroke and heart attack Every voice matters! We can push for healthy policies & resist industry pressure. #SaltAwarenessWeek Learn more here: https://t.co/AnnrqJJcLl https://t.co/LICWXtClKz
More than 1 teaspoon of salt per day can increase blood pressure, which is a leading risk factor for heart 🫀 disease & stroke. An estimated 2.5 million deaths could be prevented per year if everyone lowers their salt 🧂 consumption to the recommended limit… https://t.co/TWTfNh6f4s
💓10,000 lives are lost DAILY in Europe due to cardiovascular diseases. Men are more at risk of dying young. WHO/Europe calls for action on salt & hypertension in the 🆕 report 👇 https://t.co/j0z2Lwd0lQ #CVD https://t.co/lXw4qhktAA
💔High blood pressure is a silent killer in the WHO European Region. Early detection and control are crucial. 🆕WHO/Europe report proposes effective prevention to tackle this health threat👇 https://t.co/spRxvZDqJV #CVD https://t.co/DsxaCb31EL
Why is it so hard to cut out salt? How can government shake up more salt reduction by companies? This blog by Lucy Hewitson of @BHFpolicy for #SaltAwarenessWeek is a very good read! @OHA_updates @actiononsalt @UKSustain @RealBread #RecipeforChange https://t.co/bnDbNxNQ0v
Restaurants urged to reduce salt in children's meals in #SaltAwarenessWeek & the call to Government for better labelling & mandatory salt reduction programme. @ActiononSalt @childrensfood @UKSustain https://t.co/mp0c8K8jUl
It’s #SaltAwarenessWeek Most people eat twice as much salt as the one teaspoon per day recommended by WHO, putting them at higher risk of heart disease. As much as 70% of that salt is hidden within processed foods and condiments https://t.co/P19hkYaNkR #LessSalt https://t.co/SatHTGGFod
Given my #salt intake….? https://t.co/1t6xyCC9ot https://t.co/Wq4g7bn227
Most of our #salt intake comes from processed foods. Nutrition labels can help consumers make healthier choices. #SaltAwarenessWeek demands mandatory front-of-pack nutrition information to give people information to make a healthier choice: 👇 https://t.co/AnnrqJJcLl https://t.co/prmKwJTYsC
Reduce your #stroke and heart attack risks by reducing #salt consumption! On #SaltAwarenessWeek, WHO helps countries implement smart strategies. Let's make Europe a low-salt zone! https://t.co/rtkQerZfm7
NEW report by @actiononsalt is shining a much needed spotlight on salt in the out of home sector, after 1 in 2 children’s meals are found to provide >50% of a child’s daily limit https://t.co/OtFeir2UBL 🧵 https://t.co/vZo8cvfsV2
We support #SaltAwarenessWeek New research by @actiononsalt finds 1 in 2 children’s meals sold in the out of home sector contain over HALF of a child’s daily limit for salt - with some meals containing more than an ENTIRE day’s worth https://t.co/LS3IVEtGv1 https://t.co/Wmuo7JDD14