Sugar Tax

Health

Artificial sweetener could harm your gut and the microbes that live there

— The new generation of artificial sweeteners was meant to be less harmful than the previous generation. A new study suggests they might be just as harmful.

Public Health

Why taxing ‘junk food’ to tackle obesity isn’t as simple as it seems

— Tony Blair has called on ministers to tighten food regulation, including adding levies to foods high in fat, salt, and sugar.