Recent research indicates a sugary drink levy could prevent millions of dental procedures and enhance oral health in Australia. In Australia, an upcoming levy may generate 1.4 billion dollars. The proposed measure aims at bettering oral health outcomes and avoiding millions of dental procedures across Australia.
In Germany, discussions continue over what drinks a planned sugar tax should cover. An initial plan for a sugar tax on Coke Zero was dropped. German discussions remain active concerning which specific beverages the planned sugar tax will apply to down the line.