‘Milkshake tax’: There’s growing evidence that expanding the UK’s sugar levy could help tackle obesity

The UK government is considering expanding its sugar tax on fizzy drinks to include milkshakes and other sweetened beverages, as part of new proposals announced in April 2025. The Treasury confirmed it plans to move forward not only with broadening the tax but also with lowering the sugar threshold that triggers it from 5g to 4g of sugar per 100ml.

This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

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