Practice of Dietary Salt Control Among Adults in Malaysia Finding from Malaysia Community Salt Survey (MyCoSS) 2017 - 2018

Introduction HIgh dietary sodium chloride (salt) intake is a risk factor of hypertension and other non-communicable diseases. Study done among Malaysia adults about 79% consumed high sodium diet. Poor knowledge and practice towards reducing salt intake contribute to high sodium consumption. The aim of this study is to determine practice of salt control among adult in Malaysia. Methodology [Refer to Poster]. Results [Refer to Poster]. Conclusion About half of Malaysian population have good salt control in their daily dietary intake. Encourage food industry in reformulation sodium content. More programme needs to be conducted to improve good salt practices