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The gospel according to Boris Johnson: it's the church's fault our kids are overweight | John Crace

Boris Johnson's insights reveal a dangerous oversimplification of complex public health issues, often diverting responsibility from systemic factors.

New warnings on food only stop us eating the equivalent of TWO ALMONDS

Calorie labeling leads to only modest reductions in food intake, averaging a savings of around 11 calories per meal.

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall in TV bust-up with minister over obesity

TV chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall criticized the government for not doing enough to tackle obesity despite existing policies from various organizations.

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins defended the government's approach, emphasizing a prevention strategy and the importance of the NHS app in promoting individual health responsibility.

The gospel according to Boris Johnson: it's the church's fault our kids are overweight | John Crace

Boris Johnson's insights reveal a dangerous oversimplification of complex public health issues, often diverting responsibility from systemic factors.

New warnings on food only stop us eating the equivalent of TWO ALMONDS

Calorie labeling leads to only modest reductions in food intake, averaging a savings of around 11 calories per meal.

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall in TV bust-up with minister over obesity

TV chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall criticized the government for not doing enough to tackle obesity despite existing policies from various organizations.

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins defended the government's approach, emphasizing a prevention strategy and the importance of the NHS app in promoting individual health responsibility.

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How Trump can wage an all-out war on obesity - and boost our ailing health

President-elect Trump introduces health nominees and targets ultraprocessed foods to improve America's life expectancy.

France's proposed new sugar tax could transform the biggest food companies-will the consumer pay the price?

France is experiencing a shift from traditional foods to processed sugary snacks and fast food, driven by various socio-economic pressures.

Force food firms to disclose products' health ratings, industry boss urges

Mandatory health disclosures from food firms can guide consumers towards a healthier diet and spur competition among manufacturers.

Majority in UK want new tax on makers of ultra-processed and junk food

A majority of people in Britain support new taxes on companies producing junk food or ultra-processed items to combat obesity.

London firefighters being called to help lift obese patients more than once a day

London Fire Brigade called more than once a day on average to help lift or rescue obese patients.

Highest yearly total of 426 calls in 2023, up from 88 calls in 2019.

TV Chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall clashes with Health Secretary over obesity plan

Celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall accuses government of failure to tackle obesity crisis.

Fearnley-Whittingstall emphasizes the high cost of obesity treatment to the NHS.

Op-Ed | Health Center calls for federal action to prevent obesity and expand access to treatment - Bronx Times

Obesity remains a severe public health crisis despite efforts

Addressing prevention and treatment is crucial in battling obesity

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