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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[–] fallaciousBasis@lemmy.world 0 points 4 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 4 days ago

Its like you didnt comprehend what I said lol