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Lots of food options in your neighborhood? Your risk for obesity is lower.

Lots of food options in your neighborhood? Your risk for obesity is lower.

According to a new study from the University of Utah, ‘living near a variety of restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets and even fast food outlets actually lowers your risk for obesity.’ The findings of the study debunk earlier studies which suggest that an overeater’s environment causes him or her to be fat. Part of the study’s findings [...]