WHO warned against use of excessive amount of salt

WHO experts warned people from the use of excessive amounts of salt. So, according to the new report of the organization, most of the population of the planet consumes at least 10 grams of salt per day, while the limit norm established by WHO is 5 grams. It is reported by “Moscow Komsomolets”.

According to experts, the use of excessive amounts of salt represents a threat, including increasing the likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases. They also noted that the consumption of processed food quickly increases the flow of sodium into the body.

The report also indicates that most people do not know how much salt they consume. The document led salt content in products, including bread, oil, chips, cookies, pizza and canned food.