Mexico Lower House Congress Approves Soda, Junk Food Tax

Part of Mexico's Congress has approved a soda and sugary beverage tax, according to the New York Times. Legislators hope the tax will help curb obesity and diabetes. In June the Huffington Post reported that Mexico had a 32.8 percent adult obesity rate. The beverage industry and small business owners oppose the bill while health advocates support the legislation. The Senate will take up the bill next week.  Full article.