{"id":2110386,"date":"2023-11-28T19:00:01","date_gmt":"2023-11-29T00:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/pepsico-announces-its-changing-lays-potato-chip-formula-to-meet-world-health-organization-standards\/"},"modified":"2023-11-28T19:02:52","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T00:02:52","slug":"pepsico-announces-its-changing-lays-potato-chip-formula-to-meet-world-health-organization-standards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/pepsico-announces-its-changing-lays-potato-chip-formula-to-meet-world-health-organization-standards\/","title":{"rendered":"PepsiCo alters Lay&#8217;s chips to meet WHO standards"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fpepsico-announces-its-changing-lays-potato-chip-formula-to-meet-world-health-organization-standards%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2110386&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><blockquote>\n<h2>PepsiCo\u2062 Commits to Reducing Sodium \u200bin Lay&#8217;s Chips to Meet World Health Organization Standards<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Snack and beverage manufacturer PepsiCo\u2062 has announced its plans to significantly \u200breduce the amount of sodium in its \u2063food products, including the popular Lay&#8217;s Chips. This move is \u2063in line with the recommendations \u200cof the World Health Organization (WHO), aiming\u2063 to improve global nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>By 2030, PepsiCo aims to \u200bachieve two ambitious nutrition \u2062goals, as stated in\u2063 a\u200c recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pepsico.com\/our-stories\/press-release\/pepsico-sets-goals-to-further-reduce-sodium-and-deliver-more-diverse-ingredients11142023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">news release<\/a>. \u2062The first goal is to reduce sodium content in at least 75 percent of\u200d its food \u200cproducts\u2064 worldwide. Additionally, the company plans to promote diverse diets by \u200cincorporating\u200c ingredients such as legumes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/eating-habits-people-with-healthy-cholesterol-swear-by\/\" title=\"Eating Habits People With Healthy Cholesterol Swear By\">plant-based proteins<\/a>, fruits, vegetables,\u200c nuts, and seeds \u2063into its offerings.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are\u2063 constantly innovating to improve the nutritional \u2063profile of\u200d our products while maintaining their \u2063delicious taste,&#8221; said Ren\u00e9 Lammers, PepsiCo&#8217;s Executive Vice President and Chief Science\u200c Officer. &#8220;With over a\u200d billion daily consumers, we have the privilege\u2063 and responsibility to make a \u2064positive impact. These new goals reaffirm our \u200ccommitment to providing better choices for our customers.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/salt-reduction#:~:text=For%20adults%2C%20WHO%20recommends%20less,based%20on%20their%20energy%20requirements.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">World Health Organization<\/a>, adults worldwide consume an \u200daverage \u200bof 4,310 mg of\u200d sodium per day, which\u2064 is more than double the recommended limit of 2,000 mg. In \u200bthe United States, the Centers \u2063for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that\u2063 Americans\u200b consume an average of over 3,400 mg \u200dof sodium daily,\u2062 exceeding the federal recommendation by\u2064 over 1,000 mg.<\/p>\n<p>Excessive sodium intake has been linked to various \u200dhealth risks, including high blood\u200b pressure, heart\u2064 diseases, gastric\u2063 cancer, \u200cobesity, osteoporosis, Meniere&#8217;s disease, and kidney disease, as highlighted by the WHO. Savory snacks\u200d like chips, pizzas, sandwiches, cheese, and \u200dbreads are among the top sources of sodium in the U.S., according \u2064to the CDC.<\/p>\n<p>PepsiCo recognizes the need for an industrywide\u200c effort to reduce sodium intake and\u200c introduce \u200dnutritious alternatives. \u2062&#8221;We aim to be a catalyst for\u2062 change\u2062 and take a leadership position in this endeavor,&#8221; added Lammers.<\/p>\n<p>The\u200c company has set a new\u2062 sodium reduction goal, aligning with guidance from \u2064<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/how-to-show-lockdowns-are-killing-more-people-than-the-virus\/\" title=\"How To Show Lockdowns Are Killing More People Than The Virus\">public health experts<\/a>, including the WHO. The\u200c target is approximately 15-30 \u2063percent lower\u2062 than the \u2062current goal for\u2064 key convenient food categories. For example, \u200bPepsiCo aims \u2064to achieve\u200d a 15\u200c percent sodium reduction \u2064in\u2062 its U.S. Lay&#8217;s Classic Potato Chips, resulting in a sodium level of 140 \u200bmg \u2062per 28 g serving.<\/p>\n<p>PepsiCo&#8217;s research and development \u2064team\u2063 is actively working \u200bto optimize flavor while using less\u200b sodium. \u2064According to \u2063Allrecipes\u200d columnist Novella \u200bLui, the changes in Lay&#8217;s Potato \u2062Chips&#8217; formula are \u2063unlikely to be noticeable to most \u2064consumers. The chips will still retain\u200c their familiar taste\u2063 and appearance, but with improved nutritional value.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/pepsico-announces-changing-lays-potato-chip-formula-meet-world-health-organization-standards\/\">PepsiCo Announces It&#8217;s \u200dChanging Lay&#8217;s\u2063 Potato\u200c Chip Formula to Meet World Health Organization Standards<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\">The \u200dWestern Journal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does the reduction of\u200d sodium in Lay&#8217;s Chips\u200b align with WHO recommendations and demonstrate PepsiCo&#8217;s commitment to improving global nutrition?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Ommended daily intake of 2,000 mg. High sodium intake is \u200blinked to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/phil-collins-bids-emotional-farewell-to-fans-at-his-final-concert-with-genesis-bandmates\/\" title=\"Phil Collins Bids Emotional Farewell to Fans at His Final Concert with Genesis Bandmates\">numerous health issues<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/8-ways-zinc-turbocharges-your-body-for-peak-performance\/\" title=\"8 Ways Zinc Turbocharges Your Body for Peak Performance\">including high blood pressure<\/a>, heart disease, and stroke. Recognizing the\u2064 importance of reducing sodium consumption, PepsiCo aims to\u2062 play a significant role\u200d in addressing this global concern.<\/p>\n<p>The reduction of sodium\u200b in Lay&#8217;s Chips, one \u200dof PepsiCo&#8217;s most popular snack brands, demonstrates the company&#8217;s commitment to meeting WHO\u200d standards. Lay&#8217;s Chips are a staple in many households,\u2062 enjoyed by people of all ages around the\u200d world. By reducing sodium content \u200din these chips, PepsiCo is taking a proactive step towards \u200bimproving the health of its consumers.<\/p>\n<p>PepsiCo recognizes \u200bthe challenge of reducing sodium while maintaining the delicious taste of its products. Ren\u00e9 Lammers, Executive Vice President \u2063and Chief Science Officer at PepsiCo, emphasized\u2063 the \u200dcompany&#8217;s dedication\u2062 to innovation \u200cin order to improve the nutritional profile of its products. This commitment ensures that consumers can continue to enjoy the same great taste while making healthier choices.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to reducing sodium in their products, PepsiCo aims to promote diverse diets. This includes incorporating ingredients such as legumes, plant-based proteins, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds into its offerings. By diversifying its ingredients, PepsiCo strives to provide consumers with a \u2064wide range\u200b of nutritious options.<\/p>\n<p>PepsiCo&#8217;s goals are not\u2064 limited to one specific region\u200c but \u2063extend worldwide. By \u2064targeting at least\u2063 75 percent\u2064 of its food products worldwide, the \u2062company is making a significant \u2063impact on global nutrition. This commitment demonstrates\u2062 PepsiCo&#8217;s responsibility as a leading snack and beverage manufacturer to contribute to the well-being of society.<\/p>\n<p>As\u2064 PepsiCo sets its sights on achieving these goals by 2030, it highlights the proactive approach that the company is taking \u2062towards addressing global health concerns. By following \u200cWHO recommendations and making significant changes to its products, PepsiCo is setting a positive example\u2062 for the\u2062 food and\u2064 beverage industry.<\/p>\n<p>The reduction of sodium in Lay&#8217;s Chips is just one step towards a healthier future. \u2063PepsiCo&#8217;s commitment to improving nutrition and promoting \u200cdiverse diets\u200b sets the stage for other \u200dcompanies to follow suit. The impact of \u2064such initiatives can \u200dbe far-reaching, positively affecting the health\u2064 and well-being of individuals worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, PepsiCo&#8217;s announcement to reduce sodium in Lay&#8217;s Chips aligns with \u2064WHO recommendations and demonstrates the company&#8217;s commitment \u2062to \u2064improving global nutrition. \u200dBy setting\u200b ambitious goals and prioritizing innovation, \u2063PepsiCo aims to make a positive impact and provide better choices for its\u2064 consumers. Through these efforts, PepsiCo not only sets an example for\u200c the industry but also\u2063 contributes to a healthier future for individuals around the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sodium content in its food products, including Lay&#8217;s Chips, aligning with World Health Organization guidelines. PepsiCo plans to achieve two nutrition goals by 2030, as stated in a news release on Nov. 14. 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