Proposed salt tax scheme to curb excessive sodium intake sparks debate in Thailand
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Thailand’s love of salty food could soon come at a price. Experts say people are consuming far more sodium than recommended and it’s taking a toll. Now, officials are weighing a ‘salt tax’ on high-sodium products, to tackle rising rates of high blood pressure and kidney disease. Jack Board reports.
05 Apr 2026 10:21pm
Thailand’s love of salty food could soon come at a price. Experts say people are consuming far more sodium than recommended and it’s taking a toll. Now, officials are weighing a ‘salt tax’ on high-sodium products, to tackle rising rates of high blood pressure and kidney disease. Jack Board reports.
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