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Coca-Cola Courts Controversy With Support of Obesity Study

Coca-Cola has come under fire for giving millions of dollars to a nonprofit that spreads the view that lack of exercise is largely responsible for the nation’s obesity epidemic.

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Coca-Cola has come under fire for giving millions of dollars to a nonprofit that spreads the view that lack of exercise is largely responsible for the nation’s obesity epidemic. Many scientists, however, say diet plays a larger role, and they questioned whether the soft drink maker’s ties to the nonprofit were properly disclosed. (The New York Times)

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