Simply “slapping on” a sugar tax to sugar sweetened beverage tax to tackle obesity, diabetes and improving long-term health outcomes when Asia’s ageing population reaches its senior years is misguided, according to the CEO of the Australian Beverages Council.
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Old dairy vs. new dairy: McConnell’s finds its footing through facility transition
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Science Shorts: Sugar-sweetened drink studies, red meat mortality research, cell-based meats and more feature in our round-up
Markets
Weight management: Moderate reduction in calorie intake can slash risk of cardiovascular disease
Policy
Egypt’s biggest dairy farm to get even bigger
Business
Just half a serving of sugary drinks per week heightens obesity risk in diabetics: Study
Formulation
Effective sugar taxation: Two factors crucial for success, claims New Zealand study
Oceania
Three strategies for the Indian nutrition industry to secure success in face of limited consumer contact
South Asia
Social, systems and security: Industry leaders on what generates fast company growth in Australia
Oceania
Blockchain for transparency: Nestle to pilot new tech on dairy in New Zealand
All Asia-Pacific
Mead Johnson wants more parents taking ‘allergic action’
Supply chain
Boost to consumer confidence? China’s ministry and WeChat launch infant formula traceability programme
Asian tastes
Beverages blow: Researchers find sugar in drinks carries higher health risks than that in food
Supply chain
Good shelf: Why store listings are still crucial for Aussie brands to taste success in the US
Industry growth
