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Pediatricians say Soft Drinks Should be Eliminated From Schools

  • January 05, 2004

The American Academy of Pediatrics is recommending that soft drinks be eliminated from schools to help tackle the nation's obesity epidemic, and schools that already have contracts with soft drink vendors should temper them so they do not promote overconsumption in students. This is a huge step in the right direction as soda and other junk foods have no place in the school system. Potential health problems associated with high intake of sweetened drinks include: Overweight or obesity...
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