Higher taxes on sodas not effective in fighting obesity
However, a new study suggests higher taxes on sodas may not be effective in fighting obesity.
We were tickled by the opening sentences of this editorial in the Albany Times Union: ``Government can slap taxes on soda and ban sugary snacks in schools, but those alone won't make children healthy and fit. Kids, like adults, need exercise. You can't get buff if you're on your duff.''