This document summarizes research on the persuasive effects of food marketing on children. It finds that over 7 billion euros are spent annually on food marketing to children, with over 90% targeting unhealthy foods. Several studies cited found that food marketing works to influence children's food preferences, choices, and consumption in both automatic and cognitive ways. The research aims to draw attention to the impact of marketing on children's health and encourage policymakers to establish better guidelines regarding food marketing to children.