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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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No, fund awareness and labels about the dangers of these products instead

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 @9MVTXKG from California  answered…12mos12MO

The government should ban the promotion of products such as vapes, but not junk food.

 @9NM3T45 from Missouri  answered…11mos11MO

No, the government should not ban the promotion of unhealthy lifestyle products aimed towards young people. They should instead invest time and money in promoting the dangers of all these products to a person's health.

 @9XQV887 from New Hampshire  answered…6mos6MO

Yes, for things like vaping but healthy eating is complex and labeling something "junk food" can be a slippery slope

 @9MSCHX6 from California  answered…12mos12MO

Vaping should be banned, however junk food is more of a complicated issue because it is cheap and may be the only way for some families to get food throughout the day.

 @9RHSZ4M from Florida  answered…10mos10MO

Banning would violate commercial free speech, however I do think government agencies should do a better job at educating the public via educational public health campaigns.

 @9ZX2MY5 from Massachusetts  answered…5mos5MO

No, provide an information bar at the bottom of the screen, briefly describing the negative health effects of vaping and junk food instead.

 @9YLTPPK from Missouri  answered…6mos6MO

Yes, but only to things like alcohol and other drugs. Junk food is somewhat acceptable because it can be a treat of sorts for a job well done.

 @9S2PG43 from Virginia  answered…9mos9MO

I disagree that the government should ban any of these products, but I do agree that they should fund greater warning campaigns regarding these products. People have a rights to engage and behaviors that are detrimental or counterproductive to their own health. As long as it does not affect other people. We should always give people greater warning as to the consequences they may receive as a result of their behavior and the effect it could have on their lives beyond their health, but also socially.

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