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Health proponents, beverage industry debate merits of tax on sweet drinks

Those supporting an additional tax for calorie-packed drinks say it could encourage people to choose healthier drinks, while those opposed say there is no proof this would work.

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Health proponents, beverage industry debate merits of tax on sweet drinks

Those supporting an additional tax for calorie-packed drinks say it could encourage people to choose healthier drinks, while those opposed say there is no proof this would work.

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