Page 7 | Jamie Oliver and his sugar tax

IsThat · 2023-06-29T10:22:59+00:00

Pub grub, school meals chef know it all! Turns out he was wrong about replacement of sugar.

Admit that I haven't RTFT, but I have no time for JO.

He didn't advocate for artificial sweeteners no, but he did slap a big 'naughty' sign on sugary drinks whilst still putting it in his pasta sauces and homemade lemonade. And his desserts? No, they are a treat so fine. So is full fat coke to many people.

It was a stunt that was hypocritical. Don't start me on his breastfeeding campaign. Lovely that your wife had such a positive experience but stick to something you're qualified to talk about.

And on aspartame more generally...

It might be added as a possible carcinogenic to humans. This means there is limited evidence it's carcinogenic in humans, sufficient evidence in animals, OR strong evidence it has key characteristics of known carcinogens. One of the above.

If it is, it will sit alongside nickel, lead and your mobile phone. Also, aloe vera and exhaust fumes.

So much fuss is made over it, but it is a choice. Can you choose to avoid it by having natural sugars or sweeteners? Yes, although the UK market hasn't embraced Stevia recipes.

Do people choose to avoid other possible carcinogens with the same passion...?

Meanwhile, probable carcinogenics, where there is limited evidence in humans, but one of the other points (animals or characteristics) has been met. This is where your red meats, fried foods, and drinks served at over 65 degrees C sit. Also, night shifts and working as a hairdresser.

Known carcinogens include tobacco and sunbeds.

People continue to make their choices based on personal preference, risk assessments, and balance.