
WHO guidance on dietary salt
Adults should consume less than two grams of sodium, or five grams of salt per day. A person with elevated sodium levels could be at risk of raised blood pressure which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Presence of dietary fibre in your food offers several benefits. Dietary fibre refers to plant cell wall components that are not digestible by human digestive enzymes. Dietary fiber requirement can be met by adopting a diet that incorporates plant origin foods including fruits, vegetables and grains. Dietary fibre is known to normalizes bowel movements, helps in maintaining bowel health and lowers cholesterol levels. Though declaration of dietary fibre on the label is not mandatory some brands declared it on their labels
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