date:Jul 26, 2012
Lifestyle and cancer statistics compiled by World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) show that average daily salt consumption is 8.6 gm - 2.6 gm, or 43 per cent, above the recommended daily amount.
The charity is calling for standardised 'traffic light' system on the front of food and drink packaging to tackle high levels of salt, fat and sugar consumption.
Scientists estimate that around 14 per cent of cases of stomach cancer could be avoided through reducing salt intake. Because stomach cancer is us