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HFSS rules are working, says university research

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High-level research into the impact of the HFSS legislation has found it has resulted in a small but “statistically significant” reduction in the sales of unhealthy foods. HFSS (high in fat, sugar or salt) foods such as crisps and chocolate were affected by the new…

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