Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Food Standards Agency calls for smaller portions

Food firms should cut saturated fat levels and reduce portion sizes to help improve the nation's health, a watchdog has said.

The measures are part of the Food Standards Agency's drive to reduce consumption of saturated fat, which is linked to killer heart disease.

Meat products, cakes, biscuits and crisps are the among the food types in need of an ingredients overhaul, the watchdog said. Food manufacturers should also reduce added sugar levels and increase their range of healthier product options, according to the FSA.


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