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flag Report urges New Zealand to tackle obesity, costing billions, through stricter regulations and new taxes.

flag The Helen Clark Foundation's report urges New Zealand to take action against rising obesity rates, now the leading cause of preventable death, costing $2 billion in health and $9 billion in lost productivity annually. flag It criticizes the government's focus on individual responsibility and calls for stricter junk food advertising rules, limits on new unhealthy food outlets, and mandatory health ratings on food packaging. flag The report also suggests introducing a sugar levy and promoting new weight-loss treatments. flag The government has yet to commit to changes but is considering advice on potential policy adjustments.

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