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CAP calls for unhealthy food tax to fight Malaysia’s obesity crisis

Consumer group highlighted instant noodles as an example of an ultra-processed food in need of regulating

Obesity mainly due to unhealthy food, inactive life: Dzulkefly on 24hr eatery ban

The health minister said any allegations of 24-hour restaurants being the main cause of obesity must be empirically proven.

Don’t even think about banning 24-hour eateries, says Kepong MP

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad should not even consider the suggestion to ban 24-hour eateries as it will impact economic and tourism opportunities, said Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng.

Putrajaya folk rank high on obesity, lack physical activity, says Zaliha

Putrajaya residents have a higher rate of obesity and high blood pressure, as well as lack physical activity compared to the national average, said Dr Zaliha Mustafa.

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