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Most of us are aware that regular sodas and juices are full of sugar. Some of us avoid them altogether. Others practice moderation. Some say "so what?" and drink away. Starting today, the RI Department of Health wants to wake up that last group. The department is launching a "Cut Back the Sugar" campaign aimed at educating residents about the consequences of drinking full-sugar beverages. It hopes to encourage them to consume water and low-calorie drinks instead. Similar efforts are underway across the country. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health launched its own sugary beverage campaign about a week ago. Officials in the state of New York and in Washington DC have tried to add a tax to sugar-sweetened beverages in the past…
deb of see-attleboro
7:00 pm on Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Debbie and Kendelle: I am well aware of the great work the girl scout organization does on behalf of the girls, and our country for that matter. However, I am also quite certain that the sale of the cookies and the magazines will not end until leaders, parents and the girls rise up and say enough is enough!! There has got to be a better, more ethical way to raise funds for such a worthwhile … more ›