Global Junk Food
Synopsis
5.6 million people worldwide are projected to die from obesity-related issues by 2020, as fast food brands target developing markets with unhealthy products.
Synopsis
At a bustling shopping center in Calcutta, the mayor and a famous actor celebrate the opening of fast food outlets like KFC and Domino's Pizza. Over the past two decades, American-style brands have expanded rapidly in India, offering low-cost products high in sugar and fat. In Brazil, rising obesity rates are linked to aggressive marketing tactics targeting children. The documentary contrasts these practices with regulations in France, where companies face stricter guidelines on food marketing and content.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the opening of KFC and Subway in Calcutta.
- Meet a teenager who underwent surgery due to junk food addiction.
- Find out how fast food brands target children in schools.
Did You Know
- In Brazil, one in seven adults is obese.
- In 2004, France passed a law to limit junk food marketing.
- Obesity is projected to kill 5.6 million people worldwide by 2020.
- Domino's Pizza introduced a pizza priced at 49 rupees in India.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fast food brands opened in Indian shopping centers?
Subway, KFC, and Domino's Pizza are among the fast food brands that opened in Indian shopping centers.
What is the price of a pizza from Domino's in India?
A pizza from Domino's in India is priced at 49 rupees.
How many people are expected to die from obesity worldwide by 2020?
Obesity is expected to kill 5.6 million people worldwide by 2020.
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