Greens say 20 per cent tax on sweet drinks would reduce diabetes
The Manitoba Green Party plans to bring in a tax on sweet drinks if it wins the Sept. 10 election. Continue reading
Sugar
What happens to your body when you stop eating sugar?
You’re not supposed to eat more than 12 teaspoons of sugar per day. A can of soda has 10 teaspoons. Continue reading
University of Waterloo study suggests that sugar tax would reduce consumption
Researchers said that prominent nutrition labels and taxes on sugary products can help consumers opt for healthier options. Continue reading
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Sugar beet industry helping to drive southern Alberta economy
The sweet beets generate, on average, $32.3 million in farm receipts a year. Continue reading
Beverages are still the top source of sugar for Canadians, despite warnings
A new report found that sugar intake for Canadians has decreased overall, but there are still several concerns. Continue reading
Bob Layton: To your health
Ottawa wants healthy eating … and marijuana? Continue reading
Mediterranean Diet is ‘gone,’ says World Health Organization – but is it?
According to WHO, children in places that eat the Mediterranean diet are consuming more sugar, and it’s causing obesity rates to rise. Continue reading
Divided council approves healthier menus in Hamilton arenas and rec centres
Mayor Fred Eisenberger, one of the strategy’s most vocal supporters, says it’s about education and “informing people about how they can make better choices.” Continue reading
Hamilton moves toward less bottled water, fewer sugary snacks in recreational facilities
Medical Officer of Health Dr. Elizabeth Richardson says it’s about “making the healthy choice, the easy choice.” Continue reading
Reality check: Do you really need to cut out sugar to improve your health?
One Australian nutrition lecturer says that by cutting sugar from your diet, you could be restricting yourself of other nutrients – but are the claims true? Continue reading