Under the influencers: teens spoon-fed loads of junk food on social media

Endless conveyor belt of unhealthy foods touted by influencers has prompted researchers to call for regulations

09 May 2022 - 19:44

Social media influencers are touting more than 13 junk food and drink products an hour to teenagers in Germany, a new study warns. The numbers in SA have not been researched. ..

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