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Experts say restricting junk food ads on public transport would pay off
Ever craved fast food after seeing an enticing ad on a bus or at a train station?
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Experts argue that limiting junk‑food advertising on public transport could reduce unhealthy food consumption and help curb obesity in Australia. The study notes that ads seen on buses and train stations strongly influence people’s cravings for fast food. Higher consumption of these foods contributes to obesity, which the health care system and society estimate costs around A$39 billion annually. The recommendation is that restricting such ads could provide financial and health benefits.
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