Are there any restrictions on advertising of foods that are high in fat, sugar, or salt?

Yes, there are restrictions on advertising of foods that are high in fat, sugar, or salt in Kansas. According to the Kansas State Health Rules and Regulations, food that is intended for sale, purchase, or consumption and is high in fat, sugar, or salt is subject to restrictions imposed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. These restrictions focus on controlling the amount of fat, sugar, and salt allowed in food items, as well as limiting the advertising of these items. Foods high in fat, sugar, or salt are not allowed to be advertised on television, radio, or in newspapers within a certain number of feet of a school, playground, or childcare facility. Instead, these foods must be advertised in a manner that does not appeal to young children or encourage unhealthy eating habits. In addition to restrictions on where high-fat, high-sugar, and high-salt foods can be advertised, there are also restrictions on how they can be advertised. For example, advertising for these foods is not allowed to use language that implies health benefits or suggest that they are a replacement for healthy food. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment also requires that all advertising for these foods be objective and include a clear statement or symbol that indicates the presence of fat, sugar, and/or salt in the product.

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