Sugar Nutrition UK believes people have a right to clear and consistent nutrition information, so that they can make informed choices about what they buy. Front of pack labels that provide at-a-glance information on energy and nutrient content can help consumers compare products and put items into the context of their overall diet.

However, we are concerned that the use of traffic light colours in the hybrid scheme could have a negative impact on dietary composition. For example, many fruit salads and snack packs would carry red traffic lights, which may result in an undermining of the healthy eating advice on fruit and vegetables, and poorer health choices being made.

The UK Government’s announcement of the scheme can be found on the GOV.UK website. Press Release: Final design of consistent nutritional labelling system given green light. Department of Health (19 June 2013)

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Sugar Nutrition UK is an evidence-based association principally funded by UK sugar manufacturers and is involved in promoting nutrition research and raising awareness among academics, health professionals, the media and the public about sugars and their role in health.