Nutrition in the News
Disney: This week a number of interesting articles appeared about nutrition. One of the top stories was about Disney. What does Disney have to do with nutrition? In one word, advertising. Disney announced they will no longer advertise junk food on the morning cartoons for children. No more junk food ads on their TV channels, radio or website. What do they consider junk-food ads? Sugary cereals – those with more than 10 grams of sugar per serving Candy Fast food Capri Sun drink – too much sugar Oscar Mayer Lunchables – too much sodium First Lady Michelle Obama was part of the announcement as she has been working for a long time on a campaign against childhood obesity. According to the Associated Press, she called Disney’s move a “game changer”. It is interesting that one of the assignments I give to students in the Child Health class I teach, is to watch children’s TV on a Saturday mor