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Freedom Fries Fattening French

Celebrated food culture struggles to resist import of American obesity

By Nick McMaster,  Newser Staff

Posted Sep 20, 2007 5:15 PM CDT

(Newser) – Freedom Fries be danged, French waistlines are taking a decidedly American curve: As fast food and bigger portions invade, some 42% of the famously foodie nation's population is clocking in as either overweight or obese. But officials say don't let them eat cake, predicting US-level...   Read full story »

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