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Chronic Diseases Are Killing Kids — and Exposure to Chemicals Is Driving the Epidemic

Mercola

Chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are on the rise in children. Asthma, obesity and even certain childhood cancers now occur far more frequently than they did a few generations ago. These diseases are caused by a mix of factors, including genetics, lifestyle and environmental exposures.

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Trump administration health policies may target ultra-processed foods

HEALTHBEAT

For years, the federal government has steered clear of regulating junk food, fast food, and ultra-processed food. Some members of President-elect Donald Trumps inner circle are gearing up to battle Big Food, or the companies that make most of the food and beverages consumed in the United States. Kennedy Jr.,