Nutrition experts propose new class of low-sugar drinks to help stem obesity, diabetes epidemics
Monday, April 20, 2009 - 12:42
in Health & Medicine
Strong evidence developed at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and elsewhere shows that sugary drinks are an important contributor to the epidemic rise of obesity and type 2 diabetes in the United States. Faced with these growing public health threats, experts from the Department of Nutrition at HSPH believe beverage manufacturers, government, schools, worksites and homes must take action to help Americans choose healthier drinks.