By Henk Hoogenkamp, Protein Applications Expert
Salt and Junk Addiction
Prominent world societies like those in the UK, US, and China are consuming dangerous levels of sodium. In China, most of the salt is added while preparing and cooking their own meals. Eating lots of processed foods and “compulsive-eating snacks” -also classified as junk foods- can become addictive. Salt and fat are especially pleasing to the mouthfeel. With the addition of crunch and sugar, it becomes hard to control compulsive eating. There is a clear correlation between marketing of products high in fat, sugar, and salt and the dietary habits of (young) people. Curbing exposure to junk food advertisements on TV and streaming platforms can be an effective tool to help people make healthy diet choices.
