New research suggests sugar taxes and labeling are effective

(University of Waterloo) Taxes on sugary products and labels on the front of packages can help reduce sugar consumption, according to a study from the University of Waterloo.The study, which included more than 3,500 people aged 13 and over on their purchasing behavior last spring, also found that taxes could have the greatest impact if 100% fruit juice was included in reduction efforts.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news