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Consumption of calories from sugary drinks doubled between 1977 and 2002; in the mid-1990s, consumption of sugary drinks began to exceed the intake of milk.

Sweet Times From 9 to 5

Your business or organization can make big changes when it comes to sugary drinks. Getting involved with this issue as a team builds camaraderie and makes for healthier, happier employees. Some things your organization can do include:

• Cutting out sugary drinks, such as colas, energy drinks, sweetened teas, and sports drinks at office meetings and events.


• Removing sugary drinks from on-premise vending machines, and limiting their sale in cafeterias, and other snack-sale outlets.


• Setting the price of soft drinks in cafeterias and vending machines higher than other beverages to discourage purchases.


• Providing low-cost healthy drink alternatives and access to drinking water.


• Educating employees about the negative effects of soda and other sugary drinks.


• Educating employees on the benefits of choosing healthier drinks.


• Encouraging public officials to mount programs to reduce consumption of sugary beverages.

 
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