Health Star Ratings: What's on the labels of Australian beverages?

Brownbill, Aimee; Braunack-Mayer, Annette; Miller, Caroline

doi:10.1002/hpja.197

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“…Uptake had been examined in five peer‐reviewed publications 64,67,71,83,84 and six government‐commissioned reports 23,31,85–88 covering both Australia and New Zealand. Results indicated uptake was increasing, with government issuing a communiqué in June 2018 that HSR had been displayed on 10,333 products in Australia and over 3,900 in New Zealand 89 .…”

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“…Official monitoring also suggested >90% accuracy of HSR values, with incorrect calculations more frequently under‐reporting, rather than over‐stating HSR, usually by 0.5 stars 23,31,87 . Independent research raised issues concerning inconsistent use of the ‘energy icon only’ variant of HSR, particularly on low‐scoring non‐dairy beverages 83,84 …”

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The performance and potential of the Australasian Health Star Rating system: a four‐year review using the RE‐AIM framework

Jones

Thow

Mhurchú

et al. 2019

Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health

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Results:Thirty-three peer-reviewed publications, 21 government and three independent reports informed the assessment. Awareness and trust in HSR was increasing, though campaign reach remained low. Consumers liked, could understand and use the HSR logo, though effects on purchasing were largely unknown. The algorithm was the focus of a formal review. HSR was present on 20-28% of products but biased to those that scored better (HSR≥3.0). Necessary stakeholders were mostly engaged. Conclusions:A substantial body of work supports continuation and strengthening of HSR. Reasonable refinements to HSR's star graphic and algorithm, action to initiate mandatory implementation, and strengthened HSR governance present the clearest opportunities for improving public health impact.Implications for public health: Development and implementation of government-led front-ofpack nutrition labelling systems have the potential to improve public health, while engaging a diverse set of stakeholders.

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The performance and potential of the Australasian Health Star Rating system: a four‐year review using the RE‐AIM framework

Jones

Thow

Mhurchú

et al. 2019

Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health

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“…4 fl oz) of juice to replace a serve of fruit "occasionally." Australia and New Zealand have adopted an interpretive front-of-pack labelling scheme (Health Star Ratings); however, use of the scheme by manufacturers is voluntary and as a result there is low uptake across SSBs [26]. Furthermore, the scheme awards many fruit juices the healthiest ranking along with water.…”

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Consumption of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, Juice, Artificially-Sweetened Soda and Bottled Water: An Australian Population Study

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Reducing consumption of free sugars, such as those found in high concentrations in manufactured products such as sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and 100% fruit juices, is a global public health priority. This study aimed to measure prevalence of widely available pre-packaged non-alcoholic water-based beverages (carbonated sodas, sports drinks, energy drinks, artificially-sweetened sodas, fruit juices (any type), and bottled water) and to comprehensively examine behavioral, environmental, current health, and demographic correlates of consumption. A cross-sectional, nationally-representative population survey of 3430 Australian adults (18+ years) was conducted using computer-assisted telephone (mobile and landline) interviewing. Past week prevalence of pre-packaged drinks containing free sugar was 47.3%; daily prevalence was 13.6%. Of all the pre-packaged drinks assessed, consumption of fruit juices (any type) was the most prevalent (38.8%), followed by bottled water (37.4%), soda (28.9%), artificially-sweetened soda (18.1%), sports drinks (8.1%), and energy drinks (4.2%). Higher soda consumption was associated with males, younger age, socio-economic disadvantage, frequent takeaway food consumption, availability of soda in the home, obesity, and a diagnosis of heart disease or depression. A diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes was associated with increased likelihood of consuming artificially-sweetened sodas and decreased likelihood of consuming sugar-sweetened soda. SSB consumption is prevalent in Australia, especially among young adults and males, foreshadowing continued population weight gain and high burdens of chronic disease. To reduce consumption, Australia must take a comprehensive approach, incorporating policy reform, effective community education, and active promotion of water.

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“…While recall of the HSR was reasonable in this sample, it cannot be expected to be very high because it is only on a limited number of products. 1 Overall confidence in using the HSR may improve if recommended changes to the HSR system from the current review are fast-tracked to address any design issues and anomalies, reported positively in the media, and that the system is made mandatory for all packaged foods. 8…”

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Recall of and confidence in using the Health Star Rating system among pregnant women in New South Wales, Australia: Cross‐sectional survey

Rissel

Elbayeh

et al. 2020

Health Prom J of Aust

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Health Star Ratings: What's on the labels of Australian beverages?

Cited by 11 publications

References 15 publications

The performance and potential of the Australasian Health Star Rating system: a four‐year review using the RE‐AIM framework

The performance and potential of the Australasian Health Star Rating system: a four‐year review using the RE‐AIM framework

Consumption of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, Juice, Artificially-Sweetened Soda and Bottled Water: An Australian Population Study

Recall of and confidence in using the Health Star Rating system among pregnant women in New South Wales, Australia: Cross‐sectional survey

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