30 October 2009
Soft drinks and high blood
pressure
In response to the reports linking soft drinks
consumption with high blood pressure arising from the research by
Dr Diana Jalal in Denver, Colorado, BSDA said:
“The ingredients used in soft drinks are
safe. The main lifestyle risk factors for high blood pressure
are obesity, lack of exercise, smoking, excessive alcohol
consumption, high amount of salt in your diet, high fat diet, and
stress.
Soft drinks, like all other food and drink
products, should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced
diet and active lifestyle.
The soft drinks industry is committed to
encouraging responsible consumption of all its products. Nutrition
labelling is included on pack so people can make an informed choice
about the products they are drinking.”
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For further information, please
contact:
Richard
Laming
Communications Director
Tel: 020 7400 3707 / 078 7965
4555
Email: rlaming@britishsoftdrinks.com
Website: www.britishsoftdrinks.com
Notes to Editors
About the British Soft Drinks
Association
1. The British Soft Drinks Association
represents the interests of producers and manufacturers of soft
drinks including carbonated drinks, still and dilutable drinks,
fruit juices and bottled water. BSDA members are responsible
for the vast majority of products on the British soft drinks
market.
2. For further information about the BSDA
visit www.britishsoftdrinks.com