Source: Foundation for Economic Education
by Daphne Posadas
“President Claudia Sheinbaum unveiled Vive Saludable, Vive Feliz, a health initiative that includes a ban on the sale of candy, salty snacks, and sugary drinks in schools. The Internet quickly dubbed her Mexico’s ‘almond mom’ — referencing the diet-obsessed parents often mocked online. Images of empty shelves and beverage refrigerators stocked exclusively with bottled water flooded social media as the policy took effect on March 29. The ban has even extended to university cafeterias, impacting students who are legal adults. Several campuses have reported sharp declines in snack and beverage sales, with some establishments considering shutting down altogether to avoid fines or financial losses. Is this prohibition really the solution to Mexico’s obesity problem?” (04/23/25)