The weight of evidence suggests that soft drinks are a major issue in childhood and adolescent obesity.
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There is much to be gained by reducing children's intake of soft drinks and little - except excess weight - to be lost.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Medical journal of Australia
دوره 184 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006