Should you drink salted coffee every day?

My colleagues and I enjoy drinking salted coffee, almost every morning. Could this be harmful to our health? (Tung, 30 years old, Hanoi )

Reply:

Salted coffee is made by mixing coffee, salt, cream, and condensed milk, creating a distinctive flavor that is popular with young people. According to the recipe, a cup of salted coffee can contain up to 5g of salt, equivalent to 25g of coffee powder.

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that each adult consume no more than 5 grams of salt per day, while Vietnamese people consume 9.4 grams of salt, almost double the recommendation. Adding salt to your coffee means you are consuming an excess amount of salt compared to your needs.

Excessive salt intake is a major risk factor for high blood pressure, stroke, and heart attack. It also increases the risk of stomach cancer, kidney failure, osteoporosis, and many other disorders.

Ideally, you should limit your salt intake in coffee and avoid drinking it every day. If you're curious, you can try salted coffee, but you need to reduce your salt intake in your meals. On average, a person should consume less than 5g of salt per day. Coffee is a drink that helps you stay alert, but you shouldn't overdo it; limit yourself to 1-2 cups per day and avoid drinking it right before bed to prevent insomnia.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Lam
Former Deputy Director of the National Institute of Nutrition

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