Australian study reveals unhealthy food/drink ads target kids, young men on Facebook, supporting calls for an online junk food ad ban.
The Australian Ad Observatory study found that unhealthy food and drink ads target children and young men on Facebook, and suggests that kids, young people, and parents should be aware of online advertisers' strategies to normalize unhealthy eating patterns. The research supports ongoing calls for a ban on junk food advertising online, as the Australian government investigates the possibility of such a ban.
July 12, 2024
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