Do 'Likes' make teens buy unhealthy food? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT06969638
First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study looks at how the number of 'likes' on social media food ads affects what Black and White teenagers (ages 13-17) choose to buy. Researchers will show teens ads with many or few likes and featuring Black or White individuals, then ask them to pick snacks in a hypothetical scenario. The goal is to see if social media engagement influences food purchases, which could inform future health policies.
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NYU Langone Health
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 11106, United States
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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could help us understand how social media influences teens' food choices, potentially guiding future public health campaigns or regulations.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to all teens or real-world settings, and the hypothetical snack choices may not reflect actual purchases.
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