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WHO urges countries to reduce consumption of sugary drinks
WHO urges countries to reduce consumption of sugary drinks
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WHO recommends weighty taxes on sugary drinks to fight obesity, diabetes
WHO recommends weighty taxes on sugary drinks to fight obesity, diabetes
The U.N. health agency on Tuesday recommended that countries use tax policy to increase the price of sugary drinks like sodas, sport drinks and even 100-percent fruit juices as a way to fight obesity, diabetes and tooth decay.The World Health Organization, in a statement timed for World Obesity Day, said that the prevalence of obesity worldwide more than doubled between 1980 and 2014, when nearly 40 percent of people globally were overweight.In a 36-page report on fiscal policy and diet, WHO also cited "strong evidence" that subsidies to reduce prices for fresh fruits and vegetables can help improve diets.
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Proposed tax on sugary drinks a good start, says dietitian
Proposed tax on sugary drinks a good start, says dietitian
The World Health Organization's recent recommendation that all countries implement a 20 per cent tax on sugary drinks is a good place to start, says a Sudbury dietitian.In a new report, the World Health Organization said taxing sugar-sweetened beverages can lower their consumption reduce the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay worldwide."I think it's a pretty complex problem, so there's not going to be an easy solution," said Ashley Hurley, a registered dietitian with the City of Lakes Family HealthTeam in Sudbury.
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Taxes on sugary drinks recommended by WHO to curb obesity, d
Taxes on sugary drinks recommended by WHO to curb obesity, d
health organization to impose taxes on sugary drinks.the goal -- is to lower consumption and therefore reduce risks like obesity and diabetes.however as 47 a-b-c's lili zheng reports -- one local health departments says it may take more than a tax -- while local residents say the tax would take away more consumer freedom.
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