Proposed bill would tax sugary drinks in Maryland, allocate revenue to student meal programs
A bill introduced in Maryland could impose taxes on certain sugary drinks with some of the revenue going to support meal ...
Taxing sugary drinks may prove a sweet idea.
And for their part, the bill’s sponsors aren’t running away from the usual criticism that “whenever you tax something, you ...
How eating too much sugar as a child impacts you for life
Kids today consume far more sugar than recommended, but the effects don’t stop in childhood. New research reveals surprising ways early sugar exposure shapes long-term health.
Healthy drinks are as important as healthy foods for kids, panel says
Sweetened beverages “are not recommended as part of a healthy diet for children and adolescents,” the panel concludes.
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Water, Plain Milk Are the Healthiest Drinks for Kids
Key Takeaways Water and plain milk are the healthiest drinks for kids, new guidelines sayAvoid sugary, artificially sweetened ...
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As beverages aimed at kids boom, new guidelines recommend water and plain milk
From plant-based chocolate milk to fizzy reduced-sugar drinks courtesy of Michelle Obama, the beverage market is always introducing new offerings to appeal to kids. But new dietary recommendations ...
Maryland eyes tax on sugary drinks
The tax would cost 2 cents per ounce and would help fund free schools meals, childcare, and the state's ailing general fund.
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Maryland eyes tax on sugary drinks
The actual name of the bill is the “For Our Kids Act” written by Montgomery ... It would be two cents per ounce on any drink with non-natural sugar: sodas, juices, and even powder for sports ...
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It might be time to rethink that sugary drink, one lifestyle physician suggests
More than 1 million new cases of cardiovascular disease were also tied to the drinks. Dr. Chen finds if kids start consuming sugary drinks at a young age, it's a hard habit to break.