Many people restrict the amount of crisps, snacks and ready meals their children eat because these types of food can be high in salt. However, a recent study by Consensus Action on Salt and Health (Cash) found that soup sold at popular high-street chains can contain more salt than adults should eat in an entire day.
26m number of people in the UK who eat too much salt
75% of salt eaten is already in food bought in the UK
6g recommended maximum daily amount from the age of 11
Source: Food Standards Agency
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