date:Feb 18, 2020
s. This includes sugar, salt, fats and calories per portion as a percentage of the recommended daily allowance (RDA).
A similar labelling system introduced in Chile has reportedly delivered the desired results.
Since 2014, Mexico has been supporting the implementation of taxes on sodas and junk food. Several European countries, including the UK and Portugal, have also adopted the policy.
Mexican National Institute of Public Health director-general Dr Juan Rivera said: The industry hasnt reali