Abstract P094: Determinants of Salt Consumption in Rural Bangladesh: Findings from Assessment of 24 H Urinary Sodium Excretions

Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death among adults and their prevalence has been increasing in the developing countries such as Bangladesh. Evidence from randomized controlled trials demonstrated that higher sodium intake increased blood pressure and the risk of hypertension. However, levels of sodium intake and determinants of sodium intake have not been assessed in Bangladeshi population before. Objective: The objective of the study was to assess the levels and determinants of salt consumption in rural Bangladesh which would be useful for future interventions related to hypertension risk reduction. Method: Data were collected in three selected villages (representing hilly, coastal and plain) of Chakaria upazilla, Cox’s Bazaar district, Bangladesh from October to November, 2011.We collected information on socio demographic variables and behavioural variables related to salt consumption. We used 24 hour urinary sodium excretion method for measuring individual salt con...