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- The UK government plans to ban junk food advertising, including porridge oats, to address childhood obesity.
- Porridge oats received a "less healthy" classification based on a scoring system for nutritional content.
- Only 2% of the public supports labeling oats as junk food, indicating widespread disagreement.
- Experts highlight oats' nutritional benefits, emphasizing their role in a balanced diet.
- The ban will begin in January 2026 amid ongoing discussions about its impact.
