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NA body rejects 18% solar panel tax amid IMF pressure
18 Jun 2025 02:48 GMT
… the revenue drive by tax authorities attempting to meet … Muhammad Aurangzeb, defending the tax push, told lawmakers the … urging the government to “tax sugary drinks instead and spare solar.” … controversial arrest powers for tax fraud suspects, restricting …
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Strengthening cooperation and exchange with BRICS countries key to advance priority health commitments, PAHO Director says
17 Jun 2025 22:50 GMT
… diseases and promoting healthier diets.
“These shared goals … of medicines, vaccines and health supplies; accelerating health equity … “fueled a rapid nutritional transmission across both … warning labels, taxation of sugar-sweetened beverages and regulation …
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Indonesia delays sweetened beverage excise tax despite budget allocation
17 Jun 2025 13:02 GMT
… implementation of the excise tax on packaged sweetened beverages (MBDK) for 2025, despite … loss originally expected from the sweetened beverage excise. ■
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Portion control is a big part of eating healthier; here’s easier ways to do it
17 Jun 2025 16:48 GMT
… choose healthier options. Check and compare nutrition information about … Soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages contain added sugar and …
Interested in free nutrition education lessons from OSU … Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)? …
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NA, Senate panels reject 18pc tax on imported solar panels
17 Jun 2025 16:00 GMT
… more expensive after the tax decision was announced.
“ … . “A tax should be imposed on sugary drinks, while tax relief should … laundering notice powers to tax commissioners.
According to the … parliamentary panel pressed senior tax officials to drop proposed …
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Can Your Diet Trigger Acne? Experts Explain The Real Connection Between Food & Skin Health
17 Jun 2025 12:46 GMT
… mindful of your intake of sugary drinks, white bread, and pastries can … the relationship between acne and nutrition
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Both the experts … it with your healthcare professional or a registered dietitian. They can help …
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Vietnam approves 90% alcohol tax hike
17 Jun 2025 12:12 GMT
… also approved a tax on sugary drinks for the first … Dr Angela Pratt, World Health Organization (WHO) representative in … , and sugary drinks – and therefore reducing harm and health costs for … consumption.
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5 Harmful Foods To Avoid For Better Health & Weight Loss
17 Jun 2025 11:16 GMT
… products. Think packaged snacks, sugary drinks, frozen meals, fast … and even “healthy” granola bars. Linked to obesity, insulin resistance … sugar and offer little nutrition.
Ultra-Processed Foods: … ” diet overnight. Start with a single rule: no sugary drinks. …
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5 ways to tackle obesity in kids and why it is a growing concern
17 Jun 2025 09:46 GMT
… , even in children.Mental health issues: Obese children are more likely to … practical ways to tackle obesity in kids:Healthy habitsOffer a variety of … , tofu, chicken, or fish.Limit sugary drinks like soda, fruit juices with …
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ThinkBusiness Africa pushes evidence-based response to SSB tax proposal
17 Jun 2025 05:24 GMT
… hike in Nigeria’s Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax. While advocacy group Corporate … treat sugar-sweetened beverages as the sole culprit in Nigeria’s nutritional challenges … ,” Dr. Okiti said.
“But dietary health is influenced …