21 MAY 2025
Millions of Brits are unknowingly putting their oral and general health at risk by missing hidden sugars on food labels, prompting urgent calls for clearer labelling and stronger regulation.
The Oral Health Foundation is calling on the government to introduce mandatory front-of-pack sugar warnings, enforce consistent naming for added sugars across all products, and lead a public education campaign to help people recognise and reduce their sugar intake.
The charity says current food labels are too complex and inconsistent, making it difficult for consumers to make informed choices about their health.
New research from the Oral Health Foundation reveals that just one-in-five (19%) UK adults always check food labels for sugar content – despite tooth decay being the nation’s most common and entirely preventable disease.
The findings, released during National Smile Month, show a worrying trend of confusion and complacency around sugar. While many people keep an …
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Hidden sugars catching Brits off guard – call for urgent labelling reform to protect oral health
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