Food industry in England fails to meet sugar reduction target Only yoghurts, cereals and sweet spreads hit the 5% sugar reduction target, Public Health England says.
The food industry has failed to hit its target of cutting sugar by 5% over the past year, with experts describing the results as “hugely disappointing” and suggesting the government may be forced to introduce a tax, as with sugary drinks.
Public Health England had called for a cut of 20% of sugar in the products we buy to take home and eat in cafes by 2020, with 5% in the first year. In a massive new report, PHE shows food manufacturers and supermarkets have cut out 2% over the first 12 months, but much more has been achieved in some areas and by some companies than others. Continue reading... The Guardian
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The food industry has failed to hit its target of cutting sugar by 5% over the past year, with experts describing the results as “hugely disappointing” and suggesting the government may be forced to introduce a tax, as with sugary drinks.
Public Health England had called for a cut of 20% of sugar in the products we buy to take home and eat in cafes by 2020, with 5% in the first year. In a massive new report, PHE shows food manufacturers and supermarkets have cut out 2% over the first 12 months, but much more has been achieved in some areas and by some companies than others. Continue reading... The Guardian
See also:
- Blitz on sweet treats sees slow start BBC News
- Are sweeteners healthier than sugar? BBC News
- Half of Britons will be obese by 2045 The Daily Telegraph
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