Hong Kong people consume too much sodium and too little calcium, iron and potassium.
Releasing the findings of its ninth report of the First Hong Kong Total Diet Study today, the Centre for Food Safety said over 90% of Hong Kong adults do not ingest enough calcium, which increases the risk of osteoporosis.
More than 80% of adults consume too little iron, which poses health risks like anaemia and reduced immune function.
About 60% of people do not ingest enough potassium, while more than 60% receive too much sodium. Both habits increase the chance of developing high blood pressure, strokes and coronary heart disease.
The centre advised people to increase their intake of calcium, iron and potassium by consuming more food rich in these minerals, such as dairy products, beans, vegetables and fruit.
People should also reduce their intake of sodium by using less condiments and sauces during cooking, ordering food with less salt when eating out, and choosing food with low sodium content listed on the nutrition label.
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