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Will sugar taxes help reduce sugar consumption?
Description
July 9, 2022
People living in Newfoundland and Labrador will soon see an extra charge on their receipts when buying sugary beverages. The government measure is meant to help deal with the province's high rate of diabetes. But, Sharmeen Somani explains, adding a sugar tax may not have the impact they're looking for.
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Will sugar taxes help reduce sugar consumption?
Description
July 9, 2022
People living in Newfoundland and Labrador will soon see an extra charge on their receipts when buying sugary beverages. The government measure is meant to help deal with the province's high rate of diabetes. But, Sharmeen Somani explains, adding a sugar tax may not have the impact they're looking for.
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