A recent study by Action on Salt and Sugar found that almost one in four shop-bought soups have salt levels exceeding the targets set by the Government. The research also highlighted concerns that the serving sizes indicated on packaging may underestimate the amount of salt consumers actually ingest.
The organization emphasized that this discrepancy could lead to higher salt consumption than intended, potentially impacting public health efforts to reduce salt intake.
**Why this matters**
Excessive salt consumption is linked to increased risks of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. Accurate labeling and adherence to salt reduction targets are important to help consumers make informed dietary choices and support national health guidelines.
Source: NewsData