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Kids' Willpower vs. Fast Food: New Research Insights
Filed: Mar 09, 2026 at 6:04 AM ET
Summary: New research suggests teaching kids to avoid temptation is more effective than building willpower against fast food and screens.
WHO: Marina Milyavskaya
WHAT: Research on children's willpower and temptation avoidance
WHEN: Mar 09, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
WHERE: Ottawa
WHY: To find better strategies for children to resist junk food and screens
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