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Sweets, so popular with children, frequently contain many food additives - dyes and preservatives - that can promote hyperactivity in younger children. - A.BARON / SIPASweets, so popular with children, frequently contain many food additives - dyes and preservatives - that can promote hyperactivity in younger children.

England: Fatty and Sugary Foods Soon to be Removed from Supermarkets Checkouts?

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HEALTH: The project, subject to a consultation process before possible application in 2022, also targets gondola heads and entrances to supermarkets over 185 m² The British government is considering banning the sale of unhealthy food at the checkout of supermarkets larger than 185 m² in England. Sweets, confectionery, crisps and sugary drinks are particularly targeted by this measure to fight obesity. It […]

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More than half of the population in China is overweight

China: More than Half of Chinese now Overweight, Report Finds

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HEALTH: Overweight also affects children and adolescents in China: 20% of 6-17 year olds are affected by this public health problem which causes a large number of pathologies. It is also an effect of confinement: the lack of movement and physical activity may increase obesity problems around the world. More than half of Chinese adults are now overweight, according […]

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40percent of cancer is preventable with a change of lifestyle

Tobacco, Alcohol, Junk Food, Obesity … 40% of Cancer is Preventable

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Of the 346,000 cancer patients diagnosed in 2015, 142,000 could have been prevented if the patients had not been exposed to risk factors, say the health authorities.  Tobacco first, then alcohol , a poor diet, and finally obesity are the four main factors in France for 40% of cancer patients that would be “avoidable”, according to figures released Monday by two health authorities.  […]

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