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ICMR Warns of Rising Health Risks from Excess Salt Intake in India

India faces a high salt intake, with urban consumption averaging 9.2 grams daily, double the WHO recommendation, increasing health risks. The ICMR has launched a three-year study in Punjab and Telangana to promote low-sodium salt substitutes and community-led counseling to reduce salt intake and improve heart health. Challenges include limited availability and higher costs of low-sodium salt, but awareness campaigns aim to encourage healthier choices and integrate dietary counseling into public health efforts.

via Deccan Herald|

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ICMR Recommends Cutting Added Sugar and Minimizing Sugarcane Juice for Better Health

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) advises limiting added sugar intake to 25 grams per day or completely eliminating it from the diet, as it provides no nutritive value other than calories. High consumption of added sugars can increase the risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and dementia. The guidelines emphasize that calories are beneficial only when accompanied by vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

via Hindustan Times|

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ICMR Reveals Startling Findings on Rising Youth Mortality in India

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has provided answers to the alarming trend of apparently healthy young adults dying from sudden cardiac arrests or heart attacks. These incidents, captured in viral videos, have caused fear and panic among the public. The ICMR's findings aim to shed light on the causes behind these tragic events.

via IndiaTimes|

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