Research
Micronutrients & recovery
Sodium intake exceeds recommended levels in a significant portion of the population, particularly men (72.7% of adult men and 76.6% of elderly men), contributing to cardiovascular risk.
Men in this population consume excessive sodium, with over 70% exceeding recommendations. Reducing sodium intake is crucial for cardiovascular health. Focus on limiting processed foods and added salt.
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17.8% of women and 72.7% of men consumed sodium above the recommended level (p < 0.001).
Why this rating
Large sample size and statistically significant findings.
Source
Dietary intakes in relation to nutrition recommendations and dietary quality in an Iranian adult population: the results of the Food and Nutrition Surveillance (FNS)
Najmeh Seifi et al. · Journal of Health Population and Nutrition · 2025
cross_sectional · n=1697Cited 2×
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