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[Knowledge and practice of dietary salt usage].
Fatima Jusupović1, Aida Rudić, Arif Smajkić
1Fakultet zdravstvenih studija Univerziteta u Sarajevu, Sarajevo, Bosna i Hercegovina. fatimajusupovic@yahoo.com
Summary
This study found that families in Sarajevo consume more dietary salt than recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Increased salt intake is linked to health issues like hypertension, highlighting the need for public health education.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Public Health
- Dietary Habits
Context:
- Investigated current dietary salt usage among patients at Sarajevo University Hospital Center.
- Cross-sectional study involving 300 patients interviewed via questionnaire.
- Assessed knowledge and practices related to salt consumption and its health implications.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the current knowledge and practices of dietary salt usage in a patient population.
- To determine the quantity of salt and seasoning blends used by families of different sizes.
- To understand the public's perception of salt's role in health and disease.
Summary:
- Family size influences monthly salt and seasoning blend consumption, with larger families using more. A significant portion of participants associated salt with serious health conditions like hypertension and diabetes.
- While salt is essential for bodily functions and iodine delivery, average consumption exceeds recommended daily limits (3-4 grams/day).
- Consumption of salted/smoked meats varied, with some families avoiding them entirely and others consuming them frequently.
Impact:
- Findings indicate a need for targeted health education to promote reduced salt intake.
- Results suggest that family-specific dietary habits contribute to overall salt consumption levels.
- Further research is recommended to explore effective interventions for managing salt intake in the population.
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