obesity
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Barbados raises sugary drinks tax to fight disease
05th May 2022
Sugary drinks are a major driver of the global epidemic of chronic conditions like obesity and diabetes. Barbados is one of several countries around the world looking to lower consumption of these health-harming beverages while generating public funds.
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Marketers pour billions into formula milk despite global Code
06th April 2022
Marketing of formula milk as a replacement for breast milk continues to grow despite a global code condemning the practice.
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Barbados to improve population health and generate funds with higher sugary drinks tax
29th March 2022
The government of Barbados is taking action to improve population health by getting sugar consumption under control with a 20% tax on sweetened beverages.
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World Obesity Day: Everybody needs to act
01st March 2022
One look at global obesity rates is enough to tell you that we’re not where we need to be, with almost one in every six adults worldwide currently living with obesity.