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Effects of salt on our health

We have been concerned for some time that the risks of dietary salt reduction have not been given due attention. A number of medical and nutrition experts from around the world have come forward over recent years to warn that older people, pregnant women and those who exercise, in particular, could be at risk from following the Government’s blanket advice on salt.

We would like to hear from anyone who believes that their own or a relative’s health has been affected by either too little or too much salt. Our hope is that a growing weight of evidence could convince the Government to undertake much needed and more conclusive research. We would be grateful if you could give us your feedback by filling in the questionnaire below - anonymously if required.

The contents of this questionnaire will be treated in strict confidence, unless you provide permission for your experiences to be shared.

Are you filling in this form:

Sex: Male Female

Age:

Please summarise your medical history if relevant, eg high blood pressure, family history of heart attacks and strokes.

Do you know your blood pressure? If so, please state.

Do you believe your health (or that of a friend or relative) may have been affected by consuming too much or too little salt? Please provide as many details as possible.

If not mentioned above, was a diagnosis to this effect made by a doctor?

Pregnancy
If you are a mother, did you suffer from pre-eclampsia during pregnancy?
Yes No

Did your doctor give you advice about salt intake? If so, what was recommended?

Exercise
Do you exercise regularly and sweat profusely when you do so?

Have you ever suffered severe cramps or dizziness, which you believe was as a result of salt depletion?

Have you ever collapsed during or after exercise from a cause identified as low sodium? Please detail your experiences.

Older people (60+)
Are you (or do you know) an older person who has suffered a heat-related illness? Please provide details.

Would you be happy for us to contact you for more information on a strictly confidential basis?
Yes No

If “yes”, please provide your contact details:

Name

Telephone number

Email address

Address.

Thank you very much for taking the time to fill in this questionnaire.

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