Woolworths makes bittersweet move
By Herald Reporter - 03 September 2015
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Praise for Woolies’ removal of sweet treats at the check-out line
CHECK-OUT lines are known as “toxic food environments” in health circles, and the plethora of sweets, chocolates and junk food create maximum temptation in exchange for minimum nutrition – adding to the country’s growing obesity problem.
“Putting any sort of food in the check-out line means impulse purchases are bound to happen and no instant foods are particularly good for you. Much as I’d like to though, I can’t see people buying vegetables to munch on!” -Estelle Ellis
