‘Fat Tax’ Could Curb Nation’s Obesity Problem
20 Percent Tax Would Be Placed On Unhealthy Foods
POSTED: 7:27 pm EDT May 17, 2012
UPDATED: 11:47 am EDT May 18, 2012
INDIANAPOLIS — Health experts have been trying to combat obesity in America for years and have recently suggested a new way to solve the growing problem.
A new study suggests that imposing a fat tax on unhealthy food and drinks could help slim down expanding waistlines.
