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Large amounts of unnecessary salt are being added to cheese, the health pressure group Consensus Action on Salt and Health (Cash), has warned.
The group analysed 722 cheese portions of 30g each and found many contained more salt than a bag of crisps.
The saltiest type was roquefort at 1.06g per 30g. But within varieties salt content varied - suggesting it is possible to reduce levels.
The Dairy Council said cheese provided a wide range of nutrients.
Too much salt is known to raise blood pressure, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-20524931
The group analysed 722 cheese portions of 30g each and found many contained more salt than a bag of crisps.
The saltiest type was roquefort at 1.06g per 30g. But within varieties salt content varied - suggesting it is possible to reduce levels.
The Dairy Council said cheese provided a wide range of nutrients.
Too much salt is known to raise blood pressure, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-20524931