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What is one of the major factors contributing to the obesity epidemic according to experts?
What is one of the major factors contributing to the obesity epidemic according to experts?
- Lack of government regulations on food advertising
- Genetic predisposition to obesity
- Nonstop marketing by the food industry (correct)
- Increased physical inactivity
What is the primary aim of food makers' annual spending on marketing to children?
What is the primary aim of food makers' annual spending on marketing to children?
- To educate children about nutrition
- To raise awareness about the importance of exercise
- To promote unhealthy high-calorie products (correct)
- To encourage children to eat more fruits and vegetables
What is the average number of food commercials that an average child sees on TV in a year?
What is the average number of food commercials that an average child sees on TV in a year?
- 2,000
- 5,500 (correct)
- 3,500
- 8,000
What method is often used by food promotions to attract kids to unhealthy food?
What method is often used by food promotions to attract kids to unhealthy food?
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According to Marion Nestle and Malden Nesheim, what has been the result of constant exposure to the 'eat more' food environment?
According to Marion Nestle and Malden Nesheim, what has been the result of constant exposure to the 'eat more' food environment?
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