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“But not all muesli’s are the same, and as with anything you buy you need to read the label and not just go by the hype on the front of the packet. “Many can be laden with high amounts of


added sugar and salt and this can turn a healthy breakfast into an unhealthy one.” Creamy, rich butter has fallen out of favour as people opt for lower fat spreads. But they are not


necessarily better for you, as Shona explained: “Butter spreads often combine a smaller amount of butter with buttermilk or other oils, which may seem healthier due to the bad reputation of


saturated fats. “Those with buttermilk and without vegetable oils may not be a bad option. “However, spreads that do contain a higher content of vegetable oils may not be a good choice. “In


order to make vegetable oils (which are naturally liquid at room temperature) into a solid substance, they may be partially 'hydrogenated'. “This process changes the structure of


the fat molecules in the oil, and they can turn into an unhealthy form of fat called a ‘trans’ fat. “This type of fat is not found naturally in foods or in our body. “When we consume these


type of fats, they may be incorporated into our cell walls and replace the natural fats that should be there; and when consumed in large quantities, they may be linked to negative effects on


our health, for example, for heart health and hormonal balance.” The healthy food advice comes as the secret to getting Heinz tomato ketchup out of the glass bottle is revealed.