A battery-operated spoon has been launched which apparently enhances the salty taste of low-sodium food without the need for extra salt. The piece of cutlery - made of plastic and metal and being sold in Japan - is aimed at people struggling to reduce their salt intake, as researchers claim it promotes healthier eating. Excess sodium intake is linked to increased cases of high blood pressure, strokes and other conditions.
The object was co-developed with Meiji University professor Homei Miyashita, who previously demonstrated the taste-enhancing effect in prototype electric chopsticks using currents. He won the Ig Nobel Nutrition prize last year. People who try to limit their salt intake often complain that food becomes tasteless, according to a survey the company carried out in 2021. The spoon weighs 60g and runs on a rechargeable lithium battery.
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