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From Starving to Stuffed
From Starving to Stuffed: The Evolution of Obesity in America
The rise of ultra-processed foods in the United States closely parallels the surge in obesity rates and increased caloric intake observed from the 1980s onward. Starting in the 1970s, shifts in food production and consumer habits paved the way for these foods to become dietary staples, ultimately contributing to the obesity epidemic we see today. Let’s explore how these changes unfolded and their direct link to America’s rising weight problem.
1970s: Setting the Stage for Ultra-Processed Foods
In the 1970s, the food industry…
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