A 2022 study published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health shows that reducing daily salt intake by just 1 gram can prevent 9 million cases of stroke and heart attack by 2030. While the World Health Organization recommends 5g of salt per day, the UK average is 8.1g, leading to high stroke rates. To reduce salt intake without sacrificing flavor, use herbs, spices, and other alternatives, and be patient as your body adjusts to a lower-salt diet, according to experts at Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland.
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