The Boring Truth About Why America Got Fat
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Article discusses the reasons behind America's obesity epidemic, sparking a discussion on personal responsibility.
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cjbenedikt
4 months ago
Yes, but...nobody wants to hear that because it means you yourself are responsible for being fat.
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