Junk food advert ban ‘will prevent 20,000 cases of childhood obesity’.
Did you see this in the news? The independent newspaper writes Junk food advert ban ‘will prevent 20,000 cases of childhood obesity’. The UK government has announced a pre-watershed ban on junk food advertisements, which is set to come into effect in October 2025. The goal is to reduce children’s exposure to unhealthy food ads on TV and online, to prevent around 20,000 cases of childhood obesity.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting emphasized that this move is part of a broader strategy to shift healthcare focus from treating illnesses to preventing them, giving every child a healthier start in life. The ban is expected to remove 7.2 billion calories yearly from children’s diets.
It’s a significant step towards tackling childhood obesity and promoting healthier eating habits from a young age. What are your thoughts on this new policy?
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Education
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https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/junk-food-advert-ban-uk-b2657885.html
