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The idea of taxing soda has been repeatedly raised as a possible way to combat obesity while raising tax revenue. Meanwhile, its opponents say that the beverage industry is being unfairly targeted. FoodNavigator-USA.com has been following the story as it develops. |
LA legislators debate action on soda
Soda tax was on the agenda again yesterday as California legislators debated the possible link between obesity and sugary soft drinks.
Obesity Society urged to dismiss soda tax
The Center for Consumer Freedom has urged attendees of the Obesity Society’s annual meeting to consider obesity a matter of personal responsibility rather than an issue to be regulated by government.
Soda tax: A lot of froth over freedom
Is taxing soda really an evil plan to curb your individual freedom? Conspiracy theories aside, perhaps it’s simply a sensible scheme to tackle obesity when personal choice has failed.
President Obama endorses US soda tax plan
President Barack Obama has lent his support for a soda tax which could benefit children’s health and the nation’s wealth, according to a new report from the Center for Science in the Public Interest.
New report makes the case for nationwide soda tax
The idea of taxing sugary beverages to reduce obesity and bring public health benefits has been raised again in a new report published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Fructose in the firing line
In an exclusive interview with Caroline Scott-Thomas, professor of nutrition Dr Barry Popkin said that he was wrong to single out high fructose corn syrup as largely responsible for obesity. Now he’s taking on another contentious issue: Soda tax.
Current soda taxes don’t curb teen obesity: Study
Soda taxes would have to be “raised substantially” to have a major impact on adolescent weight, according to a new study analyzing the relationship between existing state taxes on soda and obesity rates.
Can a ‘fat tax’ on soda help beat obesity?
The controversial idea of taxing sugary soft drinks to combat obesity has been brought up again this week in a report from the Institute of Medicine. But is a soda tax fair? And can it do enough?
Heart charity sets strict guidelines for added sugar intake
The American Heart Association (AHA) has set down strict guidelines for added sugar intake that put a woman over the daily recommended limit for drinking just one 12-once can of regular soda.
Soft drink tax could save money, says NYC health commissioner
Taxes on sugary soft drinks could actually save taxpayer money through improved health, according to a journal article penned by the New York City health commissioner and a Yale University professor.
US and Mexico announce sweetener free trade deal
The US and Mexico have concluded an agreement under which access will be granted for US high fructose corn syrup exports to Mexico, a move that begins to address the decade long dispute between the two countries.
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