We've slapped a tax on sugary drinks, watched prices rise, and people bought less soda—but their waistlines didn’t seem to ...
People won't stop drinking soda because of a small tax,” one respondent said. The post ‘Another money grab’: Here’s why ...
According to the CDC, frequent consumption of sugary drinks is linked to adverse health outcomes that include obesity, type 2 ...
Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed a new tax on sugar-sweetened beverages Jan. 15, aiming to combat the ...
The Boston City Council will soon debate the possibility of a tax on sugary drinks. Would you support it? The post Tell us: ...
The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use.
Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed the idea as a way to promote healthier habits among residents and also raise ...
A new study reveals that sugary drinks like soda and fruit juices can heighten getting type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular ...
Boston city councilors plan to hold a hearing on the issue. A new city tax on sugary drinks would require approval from state ...
Councilmember Jim Harrity, who introduced the resolution, says the charge 'disproportionately impacts low-income communities.' ...
A tax of 2 cents per ounce of sugar drinks could raise $20-30 million annually for the city while dissuading people from ...
Of the nearly 500 readers who responded to our poll, the majority (70%) said they wouldn’t support a tax on sugary drinks if it came to fruition. Just over a quarter of readers were in favor of ...