TOKYO, Nov. 7 (UPI) -- A new technology marketed in Japan reduces the need for salt without losing or changing the flavor of many dishes. It's not a salt substitute, but rather an innovation that allows the tongue to taste sodium already present om food by drawing flavor-bearing ions closer to the taste buds. This effect is delivered through a special battery-powered cup and spoon designed for dishes that have significant moisture, such as soups or curries. This inventive approach seems well-