Sugar tax
Dozens of countries have slapped a sugar tax on junk food. But Australia is split on the decision
Taxing drinks based on their sugar content would force manufacturers to make their products healthier, a parliamentary report argues. Some are not so convinced.
- by Angus Thomson
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How much sugar is sneaking into your supermarket shop?
While more of us might be reaching for comfort food to cope with prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns, a new study warns Australians have far too much added sugar hiding in their weekly grocery haul.
- by Sophie Aubrey
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Obesity
Sugary drink consumption 'still way too high' despite long-term decline
Australians are drinking less sugar, trading soft drink and juice for water, milk and kombucha, a new study suggests.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
'Addictive as nicotine': Australian of the Year calls for end to sugar dependency
Australian of the Year Dr James Muecke has accused retailers and confectionery makers of "preying on addiction", and called for more action on obesity.
- by Dana McCauley
Nestle ditches reduced-sugar chocolate bars as nobody buys them
The confectionary giant has stopped selling Milkybar Wowsomes chocolates that used a new sugar-reduction technology amid weak demand.
- by Corinne Gretler
Australian of the Year calls for sugar tax to fight diabetes-caused blindness
South Australian eye surgeon Dr James Muecke has vowed to use his platform as Australian of the Year to advocate for a tax on sugary drinks.
- by Dana McCauley
Soft drinks and junk foods forced to ditch 'misleading' energy labels
Ministers agreed the energy icon on confectionery and sugary drinks instead of the health star rating was "making it difficult for consumers" to compare products.
- by Dana McCauley
We'll all have to eat less sugar and salt, KitKat maker Nestlé says
The global food processing giant believes population growth will require human diets to adapt, reducing consumption of sugar, salt and meat products.
- by Marcelo Teixeira
Up to one in three kids have tooth decay, and sugar is to blame: experts
Experts call for measures like a sugar tax to help in the fight against tooth decay but face opposition from both governments and the sugar industry.
- by Rachel Clun
Rotting teeth and fatty organs turn Australians sour on sugar
Consumption has been flatlining, and appetite for the sweet stuff probably won't grow much at all as people shift to low sugar, diet and sugar-free options.
- by Rebecca Keenan
Legislate for smaller portion sizes to fight obesity, says doctor
A diabetes specialist has called for new laws to force restaurants to serve up smaller meals to help people lose weight.
- by Felicity Caldwell
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