KMA intensifies community sensitization on salt reduction

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), in partnership with the Partnership for Healthy Cities, has stepped up its public education campaign on the dangers of excessive salt consumption.

Following a maiden stakeholder engagement held on November 27 at Adum, the Assembly has organised community sensitisation meetings at Amanfrom and Atasemanso, with plans to extend the initiative to churches, social gatherings, and other public spaces.

The campaign aims to encourage residents to reduce their salt intake and discourage the common practice of placing salt openly on dining tables in homes and food vendors’ shops.

At a community sensitisation event held at Atasemanso, participants called on the KMA to consider enacting a by-law to ban the open display of salt at eateries and food joints.

Research conducted by the Assembly and its partners shows widespread open salt display in many food establishments across the metropolis, an act experts warn can contribute to health conditions such as hypertension, kidney problems and other related illnesses.

Health specialists at the meeting reiterated that while salt is essential in moderation, excessive intake poses serious health risks.

They referenced the World Health Organisation’s recommendation of a daily salt intake of not more than five grams.

The KMA and its collaborating institutions are therefore appealing to the public to embrace healthier eating habits and support the ongoing salt reduction campaign.

Nana Osei Okuradom, Nkosuohene of Atasemanso, speaking on behalf of the traditional leaders, commended the Assembly and its partners for the initiative and pledged their commitment to support the advocacy.

Source: GNA

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