date:May 17, 2012
ds high in carbohydrates and salt meaning the overall effect on health might be negative.
However he adds that introducing duty on sugar-sweetened soft drinks could be the best option: A tax on sugary drinks is one measure that is a sure, safe bet that would change how many calories people consume across the nation and have a significant effect on obesity levels.
Source: BMJ
Volume 344, doi: 10.1136/bmj.e2931
Taxing unhealthy food and drinks to improve health
Authors: O.T. Mytton, D. Clarke