Possible NYC Ban on Large Sodas 0
New York City’s mayor Michael Bloomberg is fighting for large sugary drinks to be banned in public venues like movie theatres and restaurants. This ban would eliminate the sale of soft drinks that are 16ounces or larger. Health implications due…
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New Study: 42% of American Adults will be obese by 2030 0
A new study shows by 2030, nearly half of American adults will be obese. As of now, 36% of adults are considered obese, and the rate will continue to climb for many years to come. The researchers of this study also…
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Should Sugar be Regulated like Alcohol and Cigarettes? 0
Well, some scientists think so. Researchers from the University of California-San Francisco believe that sugar is so destructive to the public health that it should be regulated like alcohol and cigarettes. Recently, the researchers announced that this dangerous consumption of…
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Is Weight Gain and Relationship With Mom Related? 0
A new study that was published in Pediatrics followed 977 children born in 1991 and enrolled in the Study of Early Child Care and Youth Development. The results found that toddlers who had a poor emotional bond with their mothers…
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Congress Turns Away from Healthier School Lunches 0
The House and Senate committee recently announced their final draft of a bill that includes $11 billion National School Lunch Program. The congress decides to deny many of USDA’s suggestions to make school lunches healthier. Apparently, ketchup and tomato sauce…
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