World Health Organisation urges all countries to tax sugary drinks

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World Health Organisation urges all countries to tax sugary drinks

World Health Organisation urges all countries to tax sugary drinks

All countries are being urged to consider introducing a sugary drinks tax by the World Health Organisation as an effective way of curbing the soaring obesity rate, especially in children. The WHO's advice comes as more and more countries are considering fiscal measures to dissuade people from buying the large quantities of colas, lemonades, and other sugary soft drinks that have been identified as a major cause of global overweight and obesity crisis. It will strengthen the hand of campaigners in countries such as Colombia, where the drinks industry has succeeded in having an anti-sugar broadcast banned.


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Tax on sugary foods and drinks backed by World Health Organisation

Tax on sugary foods and drinks backed by World Health Organisation

Image copyright AP Image caption A new report claims a price increase of 20% or more will lower sugar consumption from soft drinks World Health Organisation (WHO) has added its support to countries that place a "sugar tax" on soft drinks.A new report from the body found that raising prices by 20% or more results in lower consumption and "improved nutrition".The global health group has previously advised a lower sugar intake but stopped short of backing tax measures.


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World Health Organisation urges high taxes on sugary drinks

World Health Organisation urges high taxes on sugary drinks

A tax of at least 20 percent on sugary drinks is being called for by the World Health Organisation.In a report issued on World Obesity Day, it said a tax at that level could reduce consumption of sweet drinks by the same amount.The WHO said there was increasing evidence that taxes and subsidies influence what people buy.


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World Health Organisation backs tax on sugary drinks

World Health Organisation backs tax on sugary drinks

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Tax sugary drinks to fight obesity: World Health Organization

Tax sugary drinks to fight obesity: World Health Organization

Revenge is sweet. To fight global obesity and diabetes epidemics, the World Health Organization urged governments to raise taxes on sugary drinks like sodas, sports drinks, and even 100% fruit juices that lead to both conditions. The concept mirrors taxing cigarettes to curb smoking.