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Tougher limits on salt in packaged foods could save thousands of lives, study shows

Last updated: November 3, 2024 7:51 am
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A groundbreaking study has revealed that implementing stricter regulations on sodium levels in packaged foods could have a significant impact on public health and healthcare spending in Australia. The research, published in The Lancet Public Health, projects that setting mandatory sodium reduction targets in line with World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations could prevent around 40,000 cardiovascular events, save up to 3,000 lives, avoid 32,000 new cases of kidney disease, and save $3.25 billion in healthcare costs over a 10-year period.

Led by researchers at The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW Sydney, Griffith University, and Johns Hopkins University, this study highlights the potential benefits of adopting higher sodium reduction targets for processed foods. Excessive sodium intake is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease, with Australians consuming almost double the recommended daily amount. The majority of this sodium comes from hidden sources in processed foods like meats, bread, cereals, and dairy products.

Professor Jason Wu, the lead author of the study, emphasized the significant reductions in heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease that could be achieved by implementing the WHO sodium reduction targets. He also highlighted the potential billions of dollars in healthcare savings that could be realized over the long term. While Australia’s current sodium reduction targets are voluntary and less stringent than the WHO recommendations, other countries have successfully implemented mandatory limits on sodium content in packaged foods.

Dr. Leopold Aminde from Griffith University emphasized the importance of moving towards mandatory sodium thresholds to prevent thousands of deaths and cases of disease, while also saving costs for the healthcare system. The study suggests that the benefits of strict sodium reduction targets could be three to four times greater than the existing voluntary targets.

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Dr. Luz Maria De Regil from the WHO called on all countries to implement the organization’s sodium reduction interventions and mandate manufacturers to adhere to the WHO benchmarks for sodium content in food. With only voluntary measures in place, Australia may not be adequately protecting its population from the health risks associated with high sodium consumption.

The study’s findings underscore the urgent need for Australia to transition from voluntary to mandatory sodium reduction targets for packaged foods. By aligning with WHO recommendations and making these targets compulsory, Australia has the potential to significantly improve public health outcomes and reduce the burden on the healthcare system.

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