PETALING JAYA: While the sugar tax is hailed by consumer groups as a good move, dietitians and nutritionists are also saying that more needs to be done to tackle obesity in the country.
The Consumer Association of Penang is supportive of the tax, claiming that it could help Malaysians become more aware of the need to cut down on their sugar intake.
He said CAP has spoken to many parents who were also supportive of imposing tax on beverages containing a high amount of sugar. “Reduced obesity rate is a long-term desired outcome that will take more years to achieve,” she said. Noting that sugar taxation is gaining momentum globally, Dr Wong said countries such as Brunei, Thailand and the Philippines have implemented tax on sugary drinks in the last two years.
However, Dr Wong said such taxes are not enough to fully address an environment which tends to cause individuals to make decisions that lead to obesity.
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