Research presented to annual meeting of European Society of Cardiology prompts calls for action Ultra-processed food significantly raises the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, heart attacks and strokes, according to...
Read MoreSale by retailers and food outlets in England of single-use plastic tableware to be banned but not ‘shelf-ready pre-packaged food’ containersSingle-use plastic plates, cutlery and a range of other items will be...
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Read MorePoorest predicted to be hit hardest by obesity crisis as government accused of ‘kicking the can down the road’More than 42 million adults in the UK will be overweight or obese by 2040 and at higher risk of 13 types...
Read MoreCampaigners welcome plans but there is scepticism about how effective they will proveCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageBoris Johnson has formally launched the government’s efforts to reduce...
Read MorePM must address issues such as poverty and availability of junk food, say public health directorsCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageA group of directors of public health in England has written to...
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