Tips To Help Reduce
Salt Intake

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Excess salt in daily meals can quietly raise blood pressure and heart risk, making simple, mindful changes essential for long-term health.

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Taste before adding salt

Avoid automatic salting and let natural flavours guide seasoning.

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Limit packaged foods

Processed snacks, pickles and ready meals are major hidden salt sources.

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Use herbs and spices

Flavour foods with garlic, ginger, jeera, dhania, and herbs instead of extra salt.

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Choose fresh ingredients

Fresh vegetables, fruits, and meats naturally contain less sodium.

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Cut back on sauces

Soy sauce, ketchup, and chutneys often add significant hidden salt.

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Cook more at home

Home-cooked meals allow better control over salt quantity.

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Reduce gradually

Slowly lowering salt helps taste buds adjust without feeling deprived.

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