Disney uses loophole to market candy to kids during holidays
Posted on November 28th, by Heather Gehlert in Wall of Shame. Comments Off on Disney uses loophole to market candy to kids during holidays
Public health groups have lauded Disney for discouraging the use of its characters to market junk food to kids. But the company has made an exception for candy marketed during Halloween, Valentine’s Day, Easter or other “special occasions.” Since 25 percent of candy sales happen during these holidays and Christmas, Disney can do better. The Center for Science in the Public Interest has called on Disney’s CEO to close the loophole.