Maria Clara Montoya
Journalist and producer on the What in the World team who researches the episode topic and provides explanatory reporting and interview material.
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Dec 1, 2025 • 10min
Why are some sugary drinks more expensive?
Maria Clara Montoya, a journalist and producer, and Elisa Pineda, a researcher at The George Institute for Global Health, dive into the world of sugar taxes. They explore how these taxes aim to reduce sugary drink consumption amid rising health concerns like obesity and diabetes. Maria highlights consumer reactions in Mexico, while Elisa shares successes in the UK, showing significant purchase drops. They also discuss potential expansions of sugar taxes to ultra-processed foods and address fairness concerns among lower-income groups.
