Mexico Bans Sale of Salty and Sweet Snacks In Schools

A government-imposed ban on junk food sales in Mexican schools has taken effect, as the country moves to combat one of the world’s worst obesity and diabetes crises.

Mexico’s ambitious push to reform its food culture and influence the eating habits of future generations is being closely watched by health experts worldwide.

The Associated Press (AP) reported the news, with additional coverage from CNN.

The health guidelines, first introduced last fall, target processed snacks that have been a staple for generations of Mexican schoolchildren, including sugary fruit drinks, packaged chips, artificial pork rinds, and chili-flavored soy peanuts.

Announcing the ban, Mexico’s Education Ministry posted on X: “Farewell, junk food!” while urging parents to support the initiative by preparing healthier meals at home.

Mexico’s ambitious push to reform its food culture and influence the eating habits of future generations is being closely watched by health experts worldwide, as governments struggle to curb the global obesity epidemic.