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How much do you blame American culture for our childhood obesity epidemic?

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How much do you blame American culture for our childhood obesity epidemic?

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Childhood obesity is a big problem in America, but there are ways to teach kids to learn to love healthy foods instead of sugary, salty processed foods. Alan Greene, MD, shares some tips.

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