Malaysia urged to make plain water default beverage at all food outlets
The Galen Centre is urging Malaysia to require all eateries to provide free drinking water to help reduce obesity, diabetes and sugary drink consumption.
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Malaysia urged to make plain water default beverage at...
The Galen Centre is urging Malaysia to require all eateries to provide free drinking water to help reduce obesity, diabetes and sugary drink consumption.
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