Parents should shield children from junk food adverts
THE majority of parents in Sedgemoor believe shielding children from junk food adverts could cut childhood obesity, say researchers.
The British Heart Foundation found 67% of parents believe the move could help tackle the obesity crisis in children.
The charity took a petition to 10 Downing Street urging the Government to tighten advertising regulations.
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