Research
Mixed
Front-of-pack labeling (FOPL) and sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) taxes are cost-effective population-level primary prevention strategies that reduce consumption, though their effectiveness varies by socioeconomic status and literacy.
Support policies like sugar taxes and clear food labeling. These are proven to reduce sugary drink consumption and encourage companies to make healthier products. While they may not solve obesity alone, they are a cost-effective way to improve population health.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Research suggests FOPL is likely to be cost-effective for addressing obesity... Countries such as the UK, South Africa, and Mexico have introduced SSB taxes, which reduced consumption and generate funds for public health...
Why this rating
Supported by multiple country case studies (UK, Mexico, South Africa) and OECD analysis.
Source
What is the Role of Primary Prevention of Obesity in an Age of Effective Pharmaceuticals?
María Gómez‐Martín et al. · Current Obesity Reports · 2025
DOI 10.1007/s13679-025-00632-0
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