Should snacks be banned from cinemas?

Some people say popcorn and other cinema snacks are a noisy nuisance.

POP! In 1948, popped kernels around 5,000 years old were found in caves in New Mexico, which suggests that people have been enjoying popcorn for thousands of years. For lots of people, the experience of taking a seat at the cinema to watch the latest Hollywood blockbuster is incomplete without a big bag or box of snacks and an oversized sugary drink. Whether salty, sweet or a mix of the two, popcorn is a big part of the experience – unless you prefer a hot dog or nachos, of course. For some cinema-goers, however, the sound and smell of other people munching and chewing away can be an unwelcome distraction. Snacks bought in a cinema are usually full of fat and sugar – and they’re expensive too. A 2015 study…

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