In January 2014, the Mexican government implemented a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB), and a new report says the tax has slashed soft drink sales by a whopping 6%.
It’s noteworthy that Mexico has high rates of obesity—”more than 70% of the population is overweight or obese—and sugar consumption,” reports The Guardian.
The research also showed a reduction in purchases of sugar-sweetened beverages in lower-income households, residents living in urban areas, and families with children.
Less sugary drinks in homes with kids is a step in the right direction of the overall pursuit of health and wellness.
Also, the Berkeley sugar tax raised $1.4 million for child nutrition and community health programs.
And just like in Mexico, water purchases increased significantly, by 15.6 %, after the introduction of the tax.
‘If governments tax products like sugary drinks, they can reduce suffering and save lives.’”. »
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