The researchers also found that some kids who snacked in front of the tube increased the amount of fruit they ate. It all depended on what was available and within reach. “Of course, the link was nowhere near as strong as that between TV watching and the increased (eating) of candy, soda and fast food in general,” says Lipsky. “But it kind of suggests that if you have other options available and don’t have the unhealthy options available then children might be encouraged to possibly eat more fruit.