Junk Food’s $30 Billion Opening Is India’s Next Health Crisis

Junk Food’s $30 Billion Opening Is India’s Next Health Crisis

At a primary school outside Delhi, a nutritionist educates second graders about the risks of junk food. With the global packaged food industry facing challenges in Western markets, companies are turning to developing nations like India where processed and packaged food is still a novelty. While this expansion presents a growth opportunity, it also brings concerns about the impact on public health. India is experiencing a rise in obesity rates, particularly among children, and the marketing of unhealthy food to youth is not regulated. The government is urged to implement stricter regulation to protect public health.

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