Health campaigners warn high salt levels in food is causing up to 14,000 preventable deaths per year

The video discusses the health risks associated with high salt intake, such as high blood pressure and heart disease, which claim thousands of lives annually. It highlights the lack of consumer awareness about salt consumption and the significant role the food industry plays in adding salt to our diets. Efforts to reduce salt intake have been made, but progress is slow due to misconceptions about salt sources and resistance from food manufacturers. The video calls for mandatory reduction targets to save lives and improve public health.

What are the health risks associated with high salt intake?

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What percentage of the population is aware of the dangers of salt consumption?

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How does the food industry contribute to high salt consumption?

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What is the significance of the 10% reduction target set for salt in foods?

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