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Measures to reduce sodium consumption may include salt tax
Measures to reduce sodium consumption may include salt tax
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024
The Public Health Ministry on Monday outlined policies, strategies and measures to reduce consumption of salt and sodium by 30% for better health among Thai people.High sugar and salt levels in commercial foods marketed for young children in ASEAN
High sugar and salt levels in commercial foods marketed for young children in ASEAN
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2023
A study across 7 countries shows an alarming 72% of snacks and finger foods marketed at children aged 6 months to 3 years contain added sweeteners, as well as the widespread use of potentially misleading and deceptive labeling and lack of strict regulations around product composition and sale.S’poreans eating too much salt, more than one in three now has high blood pressure
S’poreans eating too much salt, more than one in three now has high blood pressure
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
But there is some good news: The war on sugar seems to be having an impact, with diabetes and high cholesterol figures down a shade.Salt coffee, a Hue delicacy, conquers Hanoi taste buds
Salt coffee, a Hue delicacy, conquers Hanoi taste buds
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Hanoi has recently introduced another speciality to its gourmet coffee repertoire: Salt coffee, a treat originating from Hue.Sugary drinks tax from April won’t leave sour taste for consumers: Excise Dept
Sugary drinks tax from April won’t leave sour taste for consumers: Excise Dept
MONDAY, MARCH 27, 2023
The third-phase tax hike on sugary drinks next month will not affect most beverage manufacturers as they have had enough time to adjust their formulas, the Excise Department said on Monday.No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet
No salt, please: Alternatives to keep sodium out of your diet
MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022
Tasty food with less salt is possible, says chef Edward Chong, who helms the kitchen of Peach Blossoms, a Cantonese restaurant at Singapore’s Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay.Thai food industry to be hit with ‘salt tax’ soon
Thai food industry to be hit with ‘salt tax’ soon
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2021
The Excise Department has been instructed to find a way to impose a “salt tax” on the food industry so sodium levels in ready-to-eat food can be controlled and subsequent health problems avoided.Bangkokians with chronic illness, elderly, small pets told to avoid brackish tap water
Bangkokians with chronic illness, elderly, small pets told to avoid brackish tap water
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 02, 2021
Owing to severe drought conditions, seawater has entered Bangkok’s raw water system, making tap water very salty. Krabi’s salt spring a natural wonder of the world
Krabi’s salt spring a natural wonder of the world
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2019
Hundreds of tourists are flocking to a salt spring in the Khlong Thom district of Krabi to enjoy its warmth amid the cool atmosphere.
Some 300-500 people every day visit the Khlong Thom salt spring, a famous tourist attraction Krabi province, one of only two in the world.Salty foods could face tax – but not your crisps
Salty foods could face tax – but not your crisps
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2019
The Excise Department and Public Health Ministry are mulling a tax on salted foods to try and wean Thais away from sodium-heavy diets – but snacks and fish sauce would be exempted.Loading...
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