Obesity and Food Price Trends
These graphs speak for themselves.
Source: (NHANES 2005-2006, NCI 2010, USDA 2010 recommendations)
Sugary beverages account for 22% of the caloric intake for children ages 2-18. Why is milk and water not the default choice? Sometimes, many times, water costs more than soda or juice.
[Related: NYC Soda Ban Explained] via NY Times


