Presented at CES 2025, a spoon from Japan makes it possible to enhance the salty and umami taste of low-sodium foods with the power of electricity. This innovative item could transform our eating habits while responding to a major public health issue.

Japanese company Kirin, which usually specialises in beverages, presented its particularly innovative Electric Salt Spoon at the Las Vegas consumer tech show. This utensil is capable of simulating the salty taste of food without adding salt. It’s ideal for enjoying salty tasting food without damaging your health, by reducing sodium consumption. It is particularly suited to soups and curries.