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Proportion of salt intake (%) from food groups using National Health Survey data 2014, adapted from [6]. Reproduced with permission from authors and organization.
| Food Group | % Contribution to Overall Dietary Salt (Sodium) for All Persons |
|---|---|
| Cereal-based products and dishes (all) | 24.8 |
| Meat, poultry, game products and dishes (all) | 18.3 |
| Cereal and cereal products (all) | 18.2 |
| Sauces, dips and condiments (all) | 5.9 |
| Soup | 4.5 |
| Cheese | 3.9 |
