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In the 1970s the average can of soda weighed about six ounces. Nowadays you can buy one weighing 32 ounces or more from 7-11s and other convenience stores. The reason for this dramatic increase can be traced in part back to the history of the ‘Big Gulp’, 7-11s iconic colossal drink. Today we look at... Continue Reading →
In the 1970s the average can of soda weighed about six ounces. Nowadays you can buy one weighing 32 ounces or more from 7-11s and other convenience stores. The reason for this dramatic increase can be traced in part back to the history of the ‘Big Gulp’, 7-11s iconic colossal drink. Today we look at... Continue Reading →
Earlier this week, the Department of Health in conjunction with Ipsos MBRI launched the Healthy Ireland Survey, an all-encompassing report looking at weight management, diet, mental health and physical activity. Not since 2007 has a survey of this kind been attempted in the Republic of Ireland, and considering the (ahem) considerable changes in Irish society in the... Continue Reading →
A recent study by the University College London has come out with some interesting results. Using data collected from over 56,000 people across five decades, researchers have found that those born in the 90s onwards are more likely to be overweight or obese than previous generations. What's more, it appears people are becoming overweight earlier in... Continue Reading →
Interesting piece from yesterday's Irish Times about the growing obesity epidemic and how it affects Irish workplaces Fat is a workplace issue.
An interesting take from the Irish Times about Ireland's current obesity problems. Where’s the beef? Why are Irish men so much fatter than Irish women?.