Big Take The Junk Food Industry Finds Its Next Sweet Spot: India
Nov 7, 2023
Bloomberg journalists cover the packaged food industry in India, discussing the rise of fast food and snacks, the challenges of spreading awareness about their negative effects, the presence and accessibility of popular junk food brands, the health impacts and concerns, difficulties with food labeling, the need for government regulation, and proposed health initiatives.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Popularity of Westernized Food in India
02:22 • 8min
The Presence of Popular Junk Food Brands and Lack of Regulations in India
10:38 • 4min
The Impact of the Junk Food Industry in India and the Concerns Over Health and Labeling
14:35 • 4min
Food Labeling Challenges and Government Actions on Rising Obesity Rates in India
18:36 • 3min
Labeling Issues and Rising Obesity Rates in India: A Call for Government Intervention
21:51 • 2min
The Need for Government Regulation and Health Initiatives in India
23:48 • 3min