Mnn Tv to Air Special Report On Childhood Obesity

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The program, entitled "Obesity: A National Emergency," will kick off "City Talk," a monthly series hosted by MNN TV that will address various issues affecting the surrounding community.

"Because we're not commercial, we can present shows that impact under-served markets such as Blacks and Latinos," said Tracey Holder, MNN Director of Outreach. "Our mission is to air what's important versus what's marketable."

"The kids get it," said Dr. [Andrea Perry]. "One father said his 3-year-old daughter points to the milk with the 2% label whenever they go to the grocery store."

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Mnn Tv to Air Special Report On Childhood Obesity

It's just baby fat.

That's what many parents are led to believe. However, pediatricians and health care experts say that packing on the pounds during childhood remains a serious health...

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