Less Salt, More Life
Salt is present in nearly every meal, snack, and drink. Excess salt can adversely affect your heart and overall health. At Mind the Salt, we empower you with evidence‐based advice, practical tips, and innovative tools to help you reduce salt intake without compromising on taste.
people consume too much salt daily
for taste buds to adapt
cut salt, improve health
of dietary salt comes from processed foods
is the WHO recommended limit
Mind the Salt is a pioneering health education initiative dedicated to empowering communities—particularly those of African descent—to understand the impact of salt on their health. We offer culturally sensitive advice, practical tips, and interactive resources to help you enjoy delicious, low-salt meals while safeguarding your well-being. Our comprehensive approach helps you embrace a lifestyle that celebrates natural flavours and supports a healthy heart.
We envision a future where everyone savours the natural taste of their food without the burden of excessive salt. By making small, mindful changes, communities can enjoy balanced meals and achieve better health outcomes.
Our mission is to provide accessible, evidence-based information on salt reduction. Through interactive tools, inspiring success stories, and practical advice, we empower individuals and families to reduce salt, embrace fresh ingredients, and improve their overall well-being.
This initiative is part of the doctoral research by Jesse Enebi Usman at Sheffield Hallam University. His work focuses on enhancing health outcomes through education and ensuring underserved communities have the tools necessary for informed dietary choices. Join us on this journey towards a healthier future.
Challenge yourself with our interactive quiz. Test your knowledge about salt, discover fascinating facts, and learn simple strategies to reduce sodium while keeping your meals appetising.
Play the QuizSalt impacts your heart, brain, and kidneys. Learn how to manage your salt intake effectively by using natural ingredients such as herbs, spices, and citrus. Discover the various types of salt used across cultures and explore healthier alternatives that enhance your culinary creativity.
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