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Dr. Charlene Elliott's research on vitamins and supplements for children in Canada is discussed in this podcast. The research highlights the health risks and sales strategies involved in the market. Dr. Elliott's study emphasizes the use of cartoon characters and colorful packaging to attract young customers, blurring the line between vitamins and snacks. However, the article could benefit from further exploration of the existing regulations and laws governing these products. Future research should focus on the long-term effects of supplements on teen health and how different groups respond to marketing tactics. It is important for parents to seek medical advice and maintain a balanced diet for their children's nutrition. Hello guys, welcome to the Health Organizations, a podcast where we explore the theories and practices related to health and well-being. I am Anvi, your host for today. In this podcast, we will be exploring into the interesting and prominent topic of vitamins, minerals, and supplements provided to children in Canada. Today, we have Ms. Jashan, who is a child care specialist, will aid us in exploring this matter. Welcome Dr. Jashan. Thank you Ms. Anvi, it's my pleasure to be here. Now, let's begin. We are discussing about a peer-reviewed article authored by researcher Dr. Charlene Elliott from University of Calgary. Dr. Elliott is renowned in the health and food industry for her thesis. The study she conducted was published in November 2019, analyses how vitamins and minerals are evaluated to adolescents in Canada. Exactly, that is right. The research conducted by Dr. Elliott is incredibly significant. The parents' concern for their offsprings have been growing regarding vitamins and supplements, which leads to an increase in the demand in the food market. Her research highlights the product's possible health risks, as well as the sales strategies used in the market. Before we get deeper into this topic, Dr. Jashan, could you please tell us about Dr. Charlene Elliott's background? Yes, of course. Dr. Charlene Elliott is a professor in the Department of Communication, Media, Film, and Film at the University of Calgary. Her studies mostly focus on analyzing policies, health communication, and advertising. She has the capability to understand the complicity of children's supplements and marketing and outcomes. Okay, Dr. Jashan, could you give us a summary of this article? Absolutely. She examines the strategies for kids' vitamins and nutrition in Canada. Dr. Elliott points out as that how cartoon characters, colorful packaging, and the taste that stimulate goods like candies that are often advertised to toddlers and their guardians. Yeah, that's very thoughtful. It sounds like there are numerous factors to consider when it comes to the promotion of these products. Dr. Jashan, what evidence from this article did you find the most convincing and why? Well, Dr. Elliott's research of product packaging is one of the article's most interesting elements. She brings attention to the fact that several supplements target young customers by offering kid-friendly things and characters. The given strategy impairs the separation between vitamins and snacks, besides making these items seem better. For instance, Dr. Elliott's perspective that are colorful vitamin gels, which are supposed to taste better and look like candy, but that cause excessive consumption and other health hazards. Okay, on the other hand, were there aspects of this article that you found less convincing or thought needed further explanation? Although her criticism of marketing strategy is legal, her study may profit from an in-depth paper of the rules of law that are in place. There are strict guidelines in place at Health Canada for natural health materials, which involves dietary supplementation. Additional research would be securing toddlers from misleading ads and how they're implemented on success of these laws. That was an interesting point. The regulatory landscape is vital in examining the overall impact of such marketing strategies. After reading these articles, what future research directions are needed in this field? Well, to understand the long-term effects regarding health of teens using supplements, there really needs more potential research. But if there are more productive ways that can instruct parents how to make educated decisions, more studies might investigate how several groups will react to these promotional stunts. Moreover, it also depends on how experts give advice to guardians on vitamins, minerals, and supplements for the children. Absolutely. For the matter of safety regarding health, it is essential to stay active with research affairs. Okay, to wrap up, not only vitamins and supplements aidful in kids' health, but also the way these items are utilized and marketed needs to be taken seriously. Parents should always look forward to medical advice and stick to a balanced diet to ensure that the little ones get the best nutrition. Yes, that is correct, Ms. Anvi. Supplements can be beneficial, yet they ought to be complemented and not replaced with a healthy diet. Okay, thank you so much, Dr. Jaishan, for joining in this podcast and sharing your previous thoughts on this agenda. Well, it's my pleasure to be here. Thank you so much for your time and dedication. Okay, guys, that's the end for today's discussion of Health Horizons. If you find it useful, please share it with other guardians and caregivers who might get an advantage. Until next time, stay healthy and informed. Thank you so much.