Salt content of instant noodles in Malaysia: a cross-sectional study.

Chun Han Tan Zhen Yee Chow Siew Mooi ChingNavin Kumar DevarajFeng J HeGraham A MacGregorYook Chin Chia

Published in: BMJ open (2019)

Only 62% of instant noodles displayed the salt content on their food label. Salt content in instant noodles is very high, with 90% exceeding the daily salt intake recommended by WHO. Prompt action from regulatory and health authorities is needed to reduce the salt content in instant noodles.

Keyphrases

public health
physical activity
risk factors
health promotion