Ministry: Sugar tax spurring healthier choices

PETALING JAYA: The tax on sugary drinks is helping Malaysians make healthier choices, as a study has shown the move was effective in deterring overconsumption of sweet beverages.

The Health Ministry said the tax on sugar-sweetened beverages, imposed since July 2019, had reduced the consumption of such drinks.

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