"Of the 546 sandwiches, wraps, rolls and baguettes analysed by the researchers, almost half (44 per cent) carry a red 'high' salt warning on the front of the packaging."
"The worst offender is GAIL's Smoked Chicken Caesar Club, which contains a whopping 6.88g of salt. To put that into perspective, that's the equivalent of nearly 10 rashers of bacon, or five McDonald's Cheeseburgers!"
"'Most people choose sandwiches for lunch for their simplicity, convenience and affordability. But what they're actually eating can be a full day's worth of salt hidden between two slices of bread,' said Sonia Pombo, Head of Research and Impact at Action on Salt & Sugar."
"'Around three quarters of the salt we eat comes from packaged and everyday foods we buy, such as bread, breakfast cereals, meat products and ready meals,' the NHS explains on its website. 'It can also be found in takeaways, restaurant or café meals and fast-food outlets.'"
Sandwiches are a common UK lunchtime choice, but a study found many contain dangerous salt levels. Researchers analyzed 546 sandwiches, wraps, rolls, and baguettes sold in supermarkets and high-street chains. Almost half, 44%, had a red “high” salt warning on packaging. The worst example was GAIL’s Smoked Chicken Caesar Club, with 6.88g of salt, equivalent to nearly 10 rashers of bacon or five McDonald’s cheeseburgers. This sandwich also contained 1,067 calories, exceeding half of the daily calorie limit for women. Excess salt can raise blood pressure and increase risk of heart attacks and strokes. The NHS recommends adults have no more than 6g of salt per day, and most salt comes from packaged and everyday foods, including bread and ready meals.
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