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Which sweeteners will U.S. public health campaigns target by end of 2025?
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Target HFCS only • 25%
Target cane sugar only • 25%
Target both HFCS and cane sugar • 25%
No targeted campaigns • 25%
Official public health announcements or credible news reports
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RFK Jr. Proposes Coca-Cola Replace HFCS with Cane Sugar if Appointed HHS Secretary
Dec 1, 2024, 01:47 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has proposed that Coca-Cola replace high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) with cane sugar if he becomes the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). HFCS, derived from genetically modified corn, is commonly used in the U.S. due to trade policies and is often criticized for its potential links to obesity and metabolic health issues. Cane sugar, which is imported primarily from Brazil and India, is seen by some as a healthier alternative, though experts note both HFCS and cane sugar share similar caloric content and composition of glucose and fructose. The U.S. produces about 33% of the world's corn but only 5% of its sugar, highlighting the economic and agricultural implications of such a proposal. Critics also suggest that glyphosate, a controversial herbicide, could be the next target of Kennedy's agenda.
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New guidelines for sugar intake in children • 25%
Increased funding for public health campaigns • 25%
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Other policy changes • 25%
Adopted in EU countries • 25%
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UNICEF issues guidelines • 25%
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CDC • 25%
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Decrease by more than 10% • 25%
Decrease by 5-10% • 25%
No significant change • 25%
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Reduced sugary drink consumption • 25%
Reduced confectionery consumption • 25%
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Reduced sugar added to homemade meals • 25%
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