Are you having too much salt? You might not think so. But
every day 26 million adults in the UK eat too much salt. You could be
eating too much without realising because about 75% of the salt we eat
is already in the food we buy. If you want to cut down, the good news is
there are plenty of simple things you can do.
Why cut down on salt?
Cutting down on salt will lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of stroke and heart diseases.
Which foods contain salt?
Most foods contain salt – but some contain a lot more than others.
Checking the label
Checking the label is crucial if you want to find out how much salt is in the food you buy.
