Burger consumption in restaurants associated with higher obesity risk in African-American women

Americans are increasingly eating more of their meals prepared away from home, and this is particularly true among African Americans, who also have higher rates of obesity than other Americans. Young adults tend to eat out more often at fast-food restaurants and these establishments are more often found in minority neighborhoods.

Obesity, nutrition keys to avoiding metabolic syndrome

Data reinforce the positive influence of lifestyle factors in mitigating risks that potentially increase the likelihood of heart disease and other health problems. Findings based on 1,059 people underscore the importance of obesity prevention and nutrition, specifically eating more fruits and vegetables, in addressing metabolic syndrome, a common precursor to cardiovascular disease.

More Food, More Often, Being Eaten Away From Home By US Kids

American children are eating more often outside their homes, as well as in larger quantities; they also continue getting fatter every year. Parents, health care professionals and nutritionists are turning their attention towards the consumption of foods outside the home, because this appears to coincide with the growing obesity epidemic in the USA…

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