The European Commission wants to impose an additional tax on unhealthy foods, such as those high in sugar, salt, and saturated fat. The idea is to reduce cardiovascular disease in Europe and create more incentive for manufacturers to make their products healthier.
You'll ultimately notice a tax like that in the supermarket. If unhealthy food becomes more expensive, it can encourage people to choose a healthier option more often, as long as it's readily available and affordable.
There's also a broader debate at play: should we make unhealthy food more expensive, or should we make healthy food cheaper? A combination of both is likely necessary to truly change how we eat.
This is already an opportunity for organizations. We don't have to wait for new regulations from Brussels to make healthier choices the norm: think of the options in the canteen, in vending machines, at drinks receptions, and in meeting lunches. Every step towards a healthier environment counts.
Tax on unhealthy food, a good idea?
