Government Food Subsidies Fuel Obesity Epidemic, Says Report

In September, the California Public Interest Research Group (CALPIRG) released an “Apples to Twinkies” report detailing the dietary disconnect behind this long-standing food subsidy program.
Government Food Subsidies Fuel Obesity Epidemic, Says Report
Conan Milner
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Students line up to receive french fries and chicken tenders during lunch in the cafeteria at a High School in Austin, Texas. The nationwide obesity epidemic has long been a concern of educators, health care professionals, and government agencies at local branches. (Jana Birchum/Getty Images )
Conan Milner
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Conan Milner is a health reporter for the Epoch Times. He graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and is a member of the American Herbalist Guild.
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