High salt consumption linked to rising hypertension and stroke

2026-02-12 - 19:27

Salt intake across all age groups has reached nearly double the World Health Organisation’s daily recommendation, escalating the risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and heart disease. The WHO recommends consuming less than five grams of salt per day, which equates to about one teaspoon. However, the Fiji 2025 STEPS Survey shows that only one