Modern foods, many of them ultra-processed, are full of salt and if even more is added, the health risks this behavior poses are heightened. In 2021, 1.8 million deaths were attributed to salt-overuse worldwide. However, it is not always clear who is most likely to add extra salt. Investigating the habit of adding salt to food at the table, researchers found that men who are not on diets to manage high blood pressure are most likely to salt food after preparation. They also found that living arrangements and diet choices can significantly influence people’s discretionary salt use – but don’t do so in equal measure for men and women. The team highlighted the need to spread the word about alternative ways of enhancing flavor without adding salt.

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[–] Madzielle@lemmy.dbzer0.com 5 points 5 days ago (2 children)

I smoke, and have heard this.

I often, don't use enough salt. I purposely use less, and Im fine, no one notices. My son likes to add more salt, and I stop him when I can.

I started using less salt in my cooking on purpose, because when I was still with my kid's father, he always salted his food more, no matter what, even before tasting it, seemingly just out of habit. I would say, make eggs, and just use cracked pepper, to make it looked like I added salt (seasoned) and he never noticed.

Just kept the habit of using less.

I feel like (I know) it must be similar to sugar, where as when you use a lot, you get accustomed to it, but if you cut back you wont notice after a time. I bought chips at aldi a few months ago, and hated them, because they were too salty, I couldnt handle it.

So while I can believe that smoking makes it harder to taste food, and some folks might add too much salt to compensate, doesnt mean you habe to because you smoke.

[–] homes@piefed.world 2 points 5 days ago

As a smoker for over 30 years, I’m in the same boat. I also try to use less salt. But I also try my best to avoid any and all processed foods, so I don’t really encounter much pre-added salt. I buy raw foods and cook my own meals, typically using spices other than salt, and when the recipe calls for salt, I will either add less than recommended, or none at all.

And I use sea salt instead, as I prefer the taste.

[–] fallaciousBasis@lemmy.world 0 points 5 days ago (1 children)

Should let people season their food how they like it... Your salt needs aren't related to anyone else.

Salt is a very important electrolyte. It's pretty crazy what some animals will do to find a salt lick.

Good chefs season while they cook. Especially salt. Pepper is good, too.... More fragile herbs are better late but many spices you can add whenever.

[–] Madzielle@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 5 days ago

Its like you didnt comprehend what I said lol