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Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?

Vaping refers to using electronic cigarettes that deliver nicotine through vapor, while junk food includes high-calorie, low-nutrition foods like candy, chips, and sugary drinks. Both are linked to various health issues, especially among young people. Proponents argue that banning promotion helps protect the health of young people, reduces the risk of developing lifelong unhealthy habits, and decreases public health costs. Opponents argue that such bans infringe on commercial free speech, limit consumer choice, and that education and parental guidance are more effective ways to promote healthy lifestyles.

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 @B3G5MP2from Ontario  answered…1wk1W

Yes. They shouldn't be promoted, but products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles shouldn't be banned either. There should be more regulations in place when it comes to ingredients and honesty of contents / consequences.

 @B3CTNFRfrom Alberta  answered…2wks2W

No, there should be more access to programs educating young people of risks and more regulation on marketing to young people, targeting low income communities, and false claims.

 @B38NWBTfrom Ontario  answered…2wks2W

I think unhealthy options should be more expensive and healthy alternatives should be less expensive.

 @Canadianpunk89  from Pennsylvania  answered…2wks2W

Vaping should be treated the same as smoking. It is a bit impossible to get rid of junk food but maybe put a little disclaimer note on the ad saying too much of it can be harmful.

 @B35GNRNfrom Ontario  answered…3wks3W

Definitely ban the promotion of vaping and smoking, but have more healthy foods advertised rather than junk food, don't get rid of junk food advertisements

 @9ZSRGC5from British Columbia  answered…3mos3MO

Not junk food if it’s not really bad but vaping yes because it can be used as a start drug.

 @9ZS9WKKfrom Ontario  answered…3mos3MO

No, but let the viewer be aware of the unhealthy contributions that the product brings

 @9ZQD2XFfrom Ontario  answered…4mos4MO

i just think that there should be more information abou them on ads

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