Study Says Junk Food Still Dominates Youth TV
March 29, 2007
Among the ads aimed at children and teenagers, 72 percent are for candy, snacks, sugary cereals or fast food.
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Study Says Junk Food Still Dominates Youth TV - New York Times
CAN television ads aimed at children finally go on a healthy diet?
For years, health officials have warned that bombarding children with junk food commercials has contributed to the problem of childhood obesity. Food conglomerates, eager to fend off federal regulation, have made various commitments to improve, including a pledge in December to meet goals for promoting fitness and healthier foods.
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