Q What can be done to reverse junk food culture among teenagers?
The first step to inspire the young to eat wholesome food is to popularise nutritious food in school canteens. However, to lure students, the operators need to make the food tasty.
Schools could promote wholesome food and give youngsters the message that it is delicious. And middle schools could inform students about the bad effects of junk food.
Parents should set a good example. If they habitually take their children to McDonald's or KFC, teens will become addicted to the custom and food.
Karen Chan, Shek Kip Mei
Parents should set a good example for their children. They should also give them guidelines for a healthy diet and avoid buying too many snacks to keep at home.
School tuck shops should be banned from selling unhealthy food. Teachers must also educate their students about the serious consequences of eating too much junk food.