May 11
Health & Wellness

Just 5 Minutes of Junk Food Ads Make Kids Eat 130 Extra Calories, Study Finds

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Just 5 Minutes of Junk Food Ads Make Kids Eat 130 Extra Calories, Study Finds

A new study reveals that just five minutes of junk food advertising can lead children to consume an extra 130 calories, highlighting the impact of food marketing on kids’ eating habits. Researchers call for the UK government to close advertising loopholes, stressing that restrictions on TV and online ads before 9pm aren’t enough to tackle the rising childhood obesity crisis.


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