Govt’s drive for healthier population

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PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry is hoping the introduction of the sugar tax will see “effects” on the health of Malaysians in a short period of time but cautions that this will also depend on people changing their behaviour.

In a statement, the ministry said it believes that taxing sugar-sweetened beverages may reduce the sale of those beverages.

Malaysians in general are becoming more aware of lifestyles that contribute to good health, the statement said. As such, the ministry said it would continue its educational and promotional activities to encourage people to lead a healthy lifestyle. Other venues include rest and recreational areas along the highways, nutrition information centres and healthy community kitchens.

 

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