The UK soft drinks industry levy sees obesity reduced in primary school girls

01 Feb 2023

Data published in PLOS Medicine suggests that the UK’s soft drinks industry levy – which saw a reformulation of sugar-sweetened beverages – has helped to lower obesity rates among girls in their final year of primary school by 8%. Cases of obesity were lower by 9% in deprived schools.

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The UK soft drinks industry levy sees obesity reduced in primary school girls

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