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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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61%
Yes
39%
No
60%
Yes
34%
No
0%
Yes, except for junk food which would cause affordability issues
6%
No, fund awareness and labels about the dangers of these products instead
0%
No, it is not the government’s job to determine what is healthy

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 @BCMPCQPfrom Alberta  answered…1mo1MO

No, as long as warnings go on the advertisements

 @BCMLGBGfrom Alberta  answered…1mo1MO

Yes, ban for public businesses but not for private ones

 @B9TY5PTfrom Ontario  answered…3mos3MO

promotion for products such as vapes should be banned as they can become an inconvenience and disturbance to those around the individual. Products such as junk food however are less serious and more of a preference or choice of lifestyle in comparison.

 @B84TCHNfrom Prince Edward Island  answered…6mos6MO

No, they should look at having higher standards like Europe so that our food has less additives and chemicals in the first place.

 @B7GYSH5from Ontario  answered…7mos7MO

I personally don't think junk food is a big problum, the goverment should focus more on vaping, drugs, and smoking for young people

 @B72BR4Sfrom Ontario  answered…8mos8MO

I feel like Junk food is okay just add labels about the dangers it can have on your body. As for vaping I believe yes there should be a ban for young people also including smoking.

 @B52D4ZNfrom Quebec  answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but only if healthy food options are offered to replace junk foods for families with lower incomes

 @B5WJ3KY from Ontario  answered…11mos11MO

Hide bottles of alcohol sold outside of LCBO and Beer Stores and ban alcohol advertising just like tobacco products.

Pick on one, pick on the other as well and our alcoholic government doesn't see it that way unfortunately. Drunk politicians are a menace.

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