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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Melissa Davey Medical editor

‘Low sugar’ labels on alcohol are misleading and should be axed, Australian peak health bodies say

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The Cancer Council says any marketing of alcoholic drinks that implies they’re ‘healthier’ must not be permitted. Photograph: Peter Muller/Getty Images/Image Source

“Low carb” and “low sugar” labelling on alcoholic drinks should be scrapped, according to peak health organisations, who say the claims should never have been allowed as they mislead consumers into thinking alcohol products are “healthier”.

Food Standards Australia New Zealand has called for submissions into its review of sugar claims on alcohol labels, prompted by concerns from health ministers that the labels are confusing.

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