You won't see much of French Fries, Filet-O-Fish sandwiches and Chicken McNuggets on children television programmes. McDonald has cut down 40% of its advertising budget on programmers showing children content. It wants to advertise healthier products like, fruit bags, which parents will agree upon spending more on restaurants.
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The Obesity Action Coallition says McDonald's is still targeting them through its sports sponsorship deals and says there should be more restrictions on advertising.
Via [tvnz]
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