They are calling it an obesity epidemic. A health crisis. The number of Americans who are overweight is astounding. Perhaps more alarming, the number of teens who are obese is growing faster than almost any other population segment. The reasons for this are many. Fast food, and food portions at all restaurants, are contributors.

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