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01 / 11 / 16

This article lists the key arguments raised by those who are for and against the introduction of a SSB tax in Australia …..

02 / 06 / 16

Recent reports are calling for a sugar tax in Australia and New Zealand. We look at both sides of the debate...

09 / 08 / 16

Researchers have developed a novel, easy to use method for people to estimate food portion sizes using only their hands.…..

23 / 05 / 16

Insights into consumption, habits, attitudes and trends about food choices and behaviours..

02 / 05 / 16

Australian's are consuming 10.9% of our energy from free sugars..

27 / 04 / 16

The ABS released data to show mean intake of free sugars is 10.9% of total sugars, close to the WHO recommendations. ..

18 / 03 / 16

The UK has introduced a sugary drink tax to be implemented over 2 years...

29 / 02 / 16

A look at the Health Star Rating system and the retirement of the Heart Foundation Tick...