Ruling against Heinz shows risks in public shift towards health foodsBY RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | FRIDAY, 23 MAR 2018 5:11PMThe recent Federal Court decision upholding allegations made by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) that Heinz's Little Kids Shredz children's food range was misleading to consumers because it suggested the high sugar products were nutritious and healthy is a reminder that public focus on what is healthy is both a risk and an opportunity, according to investment analysts. |
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