Availability of high-fat foods might drive the obesity epidemic


Availability of high-fat foods might drive the obesity epidemic

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Obesity is a major health issue in the developed and developing world, and is in part due to excess dietary energy intake. A new study showed that increased fat content alone was associated


with increased energy intake and adiposity, suggesting that the availability of high-fat foods might be driving the development of overweight or obesity. Access through your institution Buy


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