Caffeine for Kids
A bit off topic, but as a parent, I am concerned when I see things marketed to kids that shouldn't be. Sometimes the corporate world just doesn't have any shame.
The New York Times says:
The company's marketing materials describe the drink as a way to kick-start the morning for children as young as 4. The company Web site, adorned with a picture of an elementary school wrestler and a gymnast, says its drink can help a child "develop fully as a high-performance athlete" and fill nutritional gaps "in a sport that is physically and mentally demanding."
I came across this post via DadTalk. Brett has some good commentary on the new item and also a link to the Time's article in his post. Go read it; it's really pathetic where corporate greed will take some people.


2 Comments:
At 9:42 AM, brettdl said…
Thanks for the link Mark. I don't know how the folk that market this junk sleep at night.
At 11:50 PM, Anonymous said…
How do they sleep at night? I bet they don't drink caffeine!!! LOL! But seriously, our 6 year old kid has ADHD, and the teachers want to put him on DRUGS. We have chosen to use the caffeine drink, SPARK, and have seen a difference. And so have the teachers. What is better??? Caffeine or ritolin? So I am thankful for these corporate guys...
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