How you can reduce your salt intake


One way to control the amount of salt you consume is by cooking at home and reducing the amount of salt – and salty condiments – you use. — Filepic

In recent years, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have grown to be a significant public health issue in Malaysia, despite being preventable through various lifestyle changes.

In fact, the Malaysian Burden of Disease and Injury Study 2009-2014 found that NCDs contribute to 71% of premature deaths in Malaysia.

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