San Francisco Soda Ads Will Soon Include Health Warnings

Advertisements for sugary drinks in public venues in San Francisco will have to carry a warning that the beverages may contribute to obesity, despite a challenge from by soda companies claiming the requirement impeded their freedom of speech. Labels reading "WARNING: Drinking beverages with added sugar(s) contributes to obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay." will be required on advertisements for sodas and other sugary beverages placed on billboards, buses, transit shelters,...

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