News tagged with sweet drinks


Most Americans oppose soda, candy taxes

(HealthDay)—Most U.S. adults aren't sweet on the idea of soda and candy taxes, and many doubt the bigger price tags would trim the national waistline.

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Better-educated parents feed children fewer fats and less sugar

The level of education of parents has an influence on the frequency with which their children eat foods linked to obesity. The children of parents with low and medium levels of education eat fewer vegetables ...

Health created Mar 27, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

NYC mayor: Soda decision just 'temporary setback' (Update)

Eateries around New York City have gotten a last-minute reprieve from the first ever U.S. ban on big sugary drinks, but Mayor Michael Bloomberg is urging them to shrink their cups and bottles, anyway.

Health created Mar 12, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Sweet drinks need tooth decay warning

(Medical Xpress)—Researchers from the University of Adelaide say any health warnings about soft drinks should include the risk of tooth decay, following a new study that looks at the consumption of sweet ...

Dentistry created Jan 30, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New Yorkers against super-size soda ban

An overwhelming majority of New Yorkers oppose Mayor Michael Bloomberg's unprecedented proposal for banning super-sized sweet drinks and his support for breastfeeding, a poll found Thursday.

Overweight and Obesity created Aug 17, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 2

Over consumption of sugary drinks dulls taste buds

(Medical Xpress) -- A study into taste preference suggests children who are thirsty should be encouraged to drink water.

Health created Jun 09, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast