- Advertised products during National Football League games often contain high levels of sodium, carbohydrates, and calories, exceeding the recommended daily intake for healthy adults.
- Quick-service restaurant meals showed the highest levels of sodium, carbohydrates, and calories compared with store-bought food options.
- People with prevalent conditions such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, hypertension, diabetes, and kidney failure may be vulnerable to deviations from dietary restrictions due to frequent exposure to advertising during NFL games.
- The study found substantial nutritional content variations across advertised products.
- Concerns were raised about extended viewing times and poor dietary choices during sports events, potentially affecting cardiovascular and other chronic conditions.
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