Sweet drinks could cost you more in Maryland: New bill proposes tax on sugary beverages
To help Marylanders reduce their consumption of sugary drinks, Delegate Emily Shetty of Montgomery County is proposing a new legislation.House Bill 1469 also known as the “For Our Kids Act” was ...
Maryland eyes tax on sugary drinks
The tax would cost 2 cents per ounce and would help fund free schools meals, childcare, and the state's ailing general fund.
It might be time to rethink that sugary drink, one lifestyle physician suggests
Many sugary drinks are marketed to kids using cartoons and bright colors. Dr. Chen suggests putting lemon or cucumber in ...
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The Phrase “Goody, Goody Gumdrops” Was Popularized In The 1930s By A Cartoon Strip
The term “gumdrops” didn’t exist until 1859, when it appeared in the Illinois State Chronicle, as it reported on a candy shop ...
From Homes To Hospitals, Canada's Food Environments Need Reform
Healthy eating sounds deceptively simple - just eat more fruits and vegetables and avoid junk food, right? However, healthy ...
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Maryland lawmakers consider 2-cent tax on sugary drinks
Aid, it could cost you. Maryland lawmakers are considering what’s called the For Our Kids Act, which would impose a tax of ...