Young Kids Still Exposed to Junk Food Ads on YouTube

Source: Despite Ad Bans, Young Children Frequently See Junk Food Promotions on YouTube and YouTube Kids (2025-07-02)

Despite bans on advertising unhealthy foods to children, young kids continue to frequently see junk food promotions on YouTube and YouTube Kids. The study highlights ongoing concerns about the effectiveness of current advertising restrictions aimed at protecting children from unhealthy food marketing. Researchers from UConn emphasize the need for stronger measures to limit children's exposure to such ads online. The findings suggest that current policies may not be enough to shield young viewers from persuasive marketing of junk food, raising questions about how to better safeguard children's health in digital spaces.

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