Fighting childhood obesity isn’t just about diet and exercise — raising healthy kids is a complicated issue that’s tied to family structure, gender roles, and the corporate food industry.
New research suggests “food neophobia,” or the fear of trying new foods, is largely related to genetic factors. The kids (and adults) who suffer from this condition may be at risk for nutritional deficiencies and health issues such as obesity.
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OP-ED: Recently, Nickelodeon received a massive petition calling for stricter nutrition standards for advertising directed at kids. Should Nick’s executives ban commercials for unhealthy food?
New research suggests “food neophobia,” or the fear of trying new foods, is largely related to genetic factors. The kids (and adults) who suffer from this condition may be at risk for nutritional deficiencies and health issues such as obesity.
Fighting childhood obesity isn’t just about diet and exercise — raising healthy kids is a complicated issue that’s tied to family structure, gender roles, and the corporate food industry.
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