5 Countries That Consume the Most Salt

1. China 

Per Capita Salt Consumption: 17.7 grams per day 

China’s salt consumption patterns, which are closely linked to the country’s growing hypertension problem, reflect deep-rooted dietary habits and a limited public awareness of the need for salt reduction. Efforts to educate the population and promote salt-reduction practices have been ongoing since the 1980s, including the more recent “Action on Salt China” initiative. However, the overall knowledge and implementation of salt reduction remain low, with only a small percentage of the population using salt-control spoons and low-sodium salt alternatives. In rural northern areas, dietary habits that include consuming pickles during winter due to limited vegetable availability further exacerbate the issue of high salt intake. Additionally, older individuals exhibit the lowest levels of knowledge and practice regarding salt reduction, potentially due to age-related cognitive decline.

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