The Cabinet has announced that the Second Reading of the Sugary Beverages Act will take place during the upcoming session of Parliament, underscoring the government’s dedication to enhancing public health and addressing non-communicable diseases.
This legislation aims to decrease sugar consumption, especially among the youth, as part of a broader strategy to prevent diabetes, heart disease, and other lifestyle-related health issues.
During discussions, it was concerning to see the high number of cavities found in young people despite advances in technology and treatment options.
Maurice Merchant, Director General of Communications in the Office of the Prime Minister, stated that the improvements in dental care make this program easier to implement.
“Parents play a crucial role in taking steps to protect their children’s dental health. Once children reach a certain age, the teeth they have are the only ones they will get, and if properly cared for, they can last a lifetime,” Merchant emphasized remarked.
Sugar is killing everyone and everything. I hope this help reduce the kidney diseases and diabetes amount our population
It’s about time! Our kids are drinking more sugar than water. We need to start somewhere, and this is a good step.
If a parent raise a child up on water and less consumption of sugar the. They will surely grow up and keep to that! Just in my opinion. Too many are suffering with the long time effect of Diabetes and Antigua don’t have resources or fight that
Thats why i have reverted to making home made juice. My lime water and likkle sugarrrrr
Water doesn’t market itself like soda does. This bill could be a wake-up call and a launching pad for smarter consumer choices.