American Heart Association advises on added sugars for children
Children aged two to 18 in the US should eat less than 25 grams of added sugars each day, the…
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The UK government has published a "plan of action" to tackle the issue in England, while senior medical professionals in the US have published guidelines on the consumption of added sugars by children.
Why England child obesity plan is best industry could have hoped for
The UK government’s action plan on childhood obesity in England, launched today (18 August), has been criticised by industry bodies,…
Childhood obesity strategy announced for England – live reaction
The long-awaited - and delayed - strategy to combat child obesity in England has been released by the UK's Department…
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England “watered down” childhood obesity strategy criticised
The UK government's bid to tackle childhood obesity in England, including a levy on soft drinks and a voluntary reduction…
UPDATE: UK government dismisses claim of industry pressure on child obesity strategy
The UK government has insisted it is "ridiculous" to suggest pressure from the country's food sector has "severely eroded" its upcoming…
US candy companies sign kids advertising pledge aimed at SMEs
Six confectioners, including Jelly Belly and Lindt & Sprungli's Ghirardelli, have pledged not to advertise confectionery to children in the…
WHO calls for curbs on marketing to tackle obesity
Restrictions on the marketing of "unhealthy food", a tax on sugar-sweetened drinks and government support for physical activity are needed…
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