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Doctors and advocates back stronger sodium warnings; DOHMH urges evidence on lower threshold
Summary
DOHMH signaled support for sodium‑reduction intent but questioned evidence for lowering the menu‑warning threshold to 1,800 mg; clinicians and the American Heart Association urged stronger, clearer labels and lower thresholds.
Council members and witnesses debated Intro 1465, which would require chain food service establishments to display a red‑and‑white equilateral triangle icon on menus for items that contain or exceed a specified sodium threshold.
Acting Health Commissioner Dr. Michelle Morse told the Committee that while DOHMH supports reducing sodium intake, the department sees “no sufficient data that supports the impact of a warning icon for a lower sodium limit on consumer choice” and said the department remains committed to evidence‑based strategies. DOHMH noted the…
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