Food Industry Approach to Rising Prevalence of Children Obesity in the Czech Republic
Food Industry Approach to Rising Prevalence of Children Obesity in the Czech Republic
Author(s): Květa OlšanováSubject(s): Economy
Published by: Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze - Fakulta podnikohospodářská
Keywords: advertising to children; corporate responsibility; food industry
Summary/Abstract: This paper explores the approach of the food industry towards the issue of rising children obesity in the context of the external regulatory environment and industry self-regulation. It presents the roles and positions of the industry associations, self-regulation and industry representatives through a case study of best practices in applying self-regulation rules. It proves that companies, acting in accordance with the long-term strategy of social responsibility, approach the self-regulation respectfully, because its absence would be a cause for development and implementation of stricter legislation over the long run.
Journal: Central European Business Review
- Issue Year: 3/2014
- Issue No: 3
- Page Range: 7-15
- Page Count: 8
- Language: English