Sodium Content and Label Discrepancies in Processed and Ultra-Processed Foods in Bangladesh: A Public Health Concern

Processed and ultra-processed foods (PF/UPFs) are becoming a significant public health concern because of their concerningly high nutrient content, including sodium, and rapidly increasing consumption, especially in low- and middle-income countries. This study aimed to analyze sodium levels in commonly consumed PF/UPFs in Bangladesh, compare them to the WHO’s sodium benchmarks, and assess the discrepancies between label-reported and laboratory-analyzed sodium content. A countrywide...