Ukraine plans to introduce tax on sugary carbonated drinks

Published 2022년 1월 12일

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The article discusses the implementation of a special tax on sugar in various countries, which has led to a reduction in sugar content in beverages and a shift towards healthier options by consumers, particularly among children and adolescents. Mykhailo Radutsky, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Health of Ukraine, has suggested imposing such a tax in Ukraine. The funds collected from the tax would be used for diabetes treatment and prevention programs, as well as providing healthy food options for schoolchildren. The proposal has received positive feedback for promoting healthier choices and funding for necessary health initiatives.

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In many countries around the world, the so-called special tax on sugar has already been introduced. As a result, producers are reducing the sugar content of beverages, and consumers (especially children and adolescents) are beginning to prefer healthier products. This was announced by the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Health of the Nation, Medical Care of Ukraine Mykhailo Radutsky on his page in the Telegram. "Before the New Year, he invited deputies together with economic experts, nutritionists, teachers, representatives of parent organizations to discuss the issue of limiting the consumption of sweet carbonated beverages," he said. According to Radutsky, society understands that the consumption of sweet carbonated beverages is harmful to health. "Judging by the responses on social networks and comments in the media, my proposal was received quite positively. Society understands that the constant consumption of sweet carbonated beverages is harmful to health. And ...

Source: Agrobusiness