date:Mar 10, 2023
As part of the report, WHO developed a sodium country scorecard for member states based on the type and number of sodium reduction policies they have in place.
The cost of inaction
While sodium is an essential nutrient, it increases the risk of heart disease, stroke and premature death when eaten in excess. WHO states that implementing highly cost-effective sodium reduction policies could save an estimated 7 million lives globally by 2030.
Unhealthy diets are a leading cause of death and d