Student obesity linked to proximity to fast-food outlets

Monday, March 23, 2009 - 02:16 in Psychology & Sociology

Low-cost, high-calorie eateries near schools increase the odds, researchers say. Barely 300 feet separate Fullerton Union High School from a McDonald's restaurant on Chapman Avenue. Researchers say that's boosting the odds that its students will be super-sized.

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