Overview

• The BMJ reports that 90% of surveyed instant noodle products surpass the World Health Organization’s recommended daily salt intake.
• Only 62% of products listed salt content on their packaging, restricting consumers’ ability to assess intake.
• A PMC-hosted analysis examined 765 products across 10 countries, with China accounting for 283 and the UK 137.
• NHS guidance caps adult salt consumption at 6g per day and notes most dietary salt comes from processed foods.
• Advice to reduce salt includes using herbs, spices or lemon for flavour and opting for fresh ingredients over ready meals.