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OHA response to report on price and unhealthy food consumption
"There is clear evidence to show that increasing the price reduces the consumption of unhealthy food, especially sugary drinks. Other countries that have introduced taxes on soft drinks have seen a drop in consumption, including Mexico, France and...
OHA response to BMJ review linking obesity to some types of cancer
“Obesity is a serious health concern and on top of being linked to major cancers, can also increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes, heart and liver disease and mental health problems. “With over a quarter of adults obese and nearly one in three...
Press release: Children consuming equivalent of 20 chocolate chip biscuits a day in sugar, as food and drink industry urged to reduce sugar
The food and drink industry is being urged to reduce the amount of sugar in their products as new calculations from the Obesity Health Alliance* show that 11 to 18 year old children are consuming, on average, the same amount of sugar as 20...
OHA response to Action on Sugar study on sugar and salt content of cereals
“This report shows just how much of an impact structured reduction programmes can have. Eating too much sugar is a key driver of obesity, and we need strong action to protect our children from future ill health. “This is why it’s so important that...
OHA response to Health Select Committee evidence session on childhood obesity
“We're pleased to see the Health Select Committee holding the government to account for childhood obesity. In recent months childhood obesity levels have hit a devastating high, highlighting the urgent need to protect our children from increased...