OHA NEWS & BLOG
Statement: The introduction of the ‘sugar tax’
“It’s great news that the soft drinks levy is now in place. We’re all eating more sugar than is recommended and sugary soft drinks contribute to this - particularly in teens where sugary drinks are their top source of sugar. They provide empty...
Statement: NHS action on sugar pays dividends as hospitals slash unhealthy food and drink sales
Professor John Wass from the Obesity Health Alliance, said: “These results are impressive – and it’s good to see NHS England leading by example when it comes to tackling obesity. Obesity is not only costing people in health terms, but treating the...
Warning over blueberry muffin hidden sugar content – with leading brands containing up to 10 teaspoons of sugar; more than a can of Coke
Campaigners call for less sugar and clear nutrition labelling as new analysis shows huge variation in sizes and sugar content of popular snack New analysis by Action on Sugar and the Obesity Health Alliance (OHA) shows huge variation in sugar...
PHE plans to cut calorie consumption: OHA comment
“It’s a real worry that this new data shows that some children, who are already an unhealthy weight, eat the equivalent of an extra meal a day in calories – resulting in extra weight gain and setting them up for future health problem. Of course we...
Letter to editor: It’s time to get to grips with obesity before obesity takes a grip of the nation
Dear Sir, As your report "Millennials are the fattest generation in history" (Feb 26) indicates, obesity is rarely out the news. Statistics show there are now 12.3 million people at increased risk of Type 2 diabetes and the most deprived five year...