Chandigarh: Researchers at George Institute for Global Health India in Delhi in collaboration with the PGIMER have conducted a comprehensive study on the dietary habits of North Indian population, focusing on the intake of sodium, potassium, phosphorus, and protein.
It was found that intake of several nutrients, including salt, potassium, phosphorus and protein, is either above or below the recommended levels that might be a reason for increased non-communicable disorder risk, including chronic kidney disease (CKD).
It was found that intake of several nutrients, including salt, potassium, phosphorus and protein, is either above or below the recommended levels that might be a reason for increased non-communicable disorder risk, including chronic kidney disease (CKD).
The study published in the journal ‘Frontiers in Nutrition’ involved over 400 adult participants encompassing healthy adults and those with early-stage CKD.
Meticulous analysis revealed some alarming trends: excessive salt consumption surpassing recommended levels, inadequate potassium intake (both of which increase the risk of development of hypertension,…
