Experts sound alarm on high sodium intake
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Filipino adults are consuming over double the recommended amount of sodium, averaging 4 grams daily, or 10 grams of salt, which is linked to serious health issues like hypertension and kidney disease. Experts are raising the alarm during National Kidney Month, emphasizing that such high sodium intake can lead to long-term health risks. This alarming trend underscores the need for public health initiatives to educate people on the importance of dietary sodium reduction for better health outcomes.
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