Nonye Soludo, the esteemed wife of Anambra State Governor, has reiterated the importance of regulating salt consumption to mitigate the rising cases of mortality and illnesses attributed to excessive sodium intake.
Addressing a gathering of businesswomen and female farmers in Awka, Mrs. Soludo underscored the urgent need for moderation in salt consumption, citing alarming statistics provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), which reveal a staggering two million deaths annually due to salt-related illnesses.
While acknowledging the essential role of salt in food preparation, Mrs. Soludo emphasized the detrimental effects of surpassing recommended intake levels, cautioning against the serious health implications associated with excessive sodium consumption.
In her impassioned plea to the audience, the Governor’s wife urged women to prioritize healthy lifestyle choices, emphasizing that sound health is fundamental to overall well-being and vitality.
Furthermore, Mrs. Soludo advocated for the promotion of organic agriculture, emphasizing its profound benefits for both human health and environmental sustainability. She encouraged female farmers to embrace organic farming practices as a means of fostering healthier food production systems.
Highlighting her ongoing initiative aimed at promoting healthy living, Mrs. Soludo called upon women to actively participate in the advocacy efforts, not only by embracing healthy habits themselves but also by disseminating these principles within their communities.
In recognition of her commendable efforts, Mrs. Nkiru Onuigbo, National President of the association, lauded the Governor’s wife for championing a transformative campaign to establish healthy living as a societal norm throughout Anambra State.
