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Taxing sugary drinks can curb global epidemic of obesity and diabetes – UN health agency

Taxing sugary drinks can curb global epidemic of obesity and diabetes – UN health agency

New York, Oct 12 (Just Earth News): Unhealthy diet accounts for more than 11 million deaths annually, with four million deaths due to obesity, the United Nations health agency said on Tuesday, launching a new report that says taxing sugary drinks can yield major health benefits, such as reducing obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay.