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- The review analyzes knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors (KAB) regarding dietary salt intake among adults in wealthy countries, revealing that awareness is low despite recognition of health risks.
- It highlights that individuals understand high salt's health effects but lack clarity on recommended intake levels and primary sources of salt in their diet.
- The findings suggest a need for better consumer education initiatives in sodium reduction programs to help people make healthier food choices and lower their salt intake effectively.
Article Abstract
Purpose Of Review: The purpose of this review was to examine the knowledge, attitudes and behaviours (KAB) related to dietary salt intake among adults in high-income countries.
Recent Findings: Overall (n = 24 studies across 12 countries), KAB related to dietary salt intake are low. While consumers are aware of the health implications of a high salt intake, fundamental knowledge regarding recommended dietary intake, primary food sources, and the relationship between salt and sodium is lacking. Salt added during cooking was more common than adding salt to food at the table. Many participants were confused by nutrition information panels, but food purchasing behaviours were positively influenced by front of package labelling. Greater emphasis of individual KAB is required from future sodium reduction programmes with specific initiatives focusing on consumer education and awareness raising. By doing so, consumers will be adequately informed and empowered to make healthier food choices and reduce individual sodium intake.
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