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May 4, 2006
"The greater our awareness of intentions, the greater our freedom to choose." --Gil Fronsdal
No More Sodas in Schools
The largest beverage distributors in the United States have agreed to halt nearly all soda sales to public schools. Under the agreement, the companies have agreed to sell only water, unsweetened juice and low-fat milks to elementary and middle schools. "This is really the beginning of a major effort to modify childhood obesity at the level of the school systems," said Robert H. Eckel, president of the American Heart Association.
BE THE CHANGE
Childhood obesity in America is a national epidemic, affecting nearly 9 million kids. Learn how you can help combat this trend. More ...
