Health warning - hidden danger in barbecue food 2006 (Archived)
May 26 2006
CASH survey shows very high levels of salt in supermarkets' barbecue meals
Research by Consensus Action on Salt and Health (CASH) shows that a typical barbecue meal bought from UK supermarkets can contain more than 6g of salt in one serving. This is more salt than is recommended for the whole day for adults and far more than is recommended for children.
CASH looked at a typical barbecue meal, obtainable from some of the major supermarkets, of a burger in a bun with a slice of cheese and ketchup, a sausage and a marinated chicken portion, accompanied by coleslaw, Caesar salad and a small portion of Walkers Doritos crisps with a salsa dip.
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Please note that the survery was carried out in April 2006. Products are constantly reforumlated therefore please contact the companies direct for up-to-date salt content.