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UK Sets Guidelines to Cut Sugar in Baby Food

8/22/2025

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Story summary
  • The UK government has established 18-month guidelines for baby food manufacturers to lower sugar and salt levels.
  • Health experts indicate that many products surpass recommended sugar limits, impacting children's health.
  • The British Specialist Nutrition Association endorses the guidelines, though some manufacturers oppose them.
  • Campaigners urge for mandatory regulations if voluntary measures do not lead to healthier options for children.