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Just as New Yorkers are adjusting to the idea of doing without supersized sugary sodas, those on the hunt for fattening food and drink could be facing another hurdle.
Shoppers in some markets will have to walk past ? gasp ? apples, bananas and other healthful items before reaching the junk.
It's all part of Mayor Michael Bloomberg's drive to combat obesity in New York City, a fight that has the backing of many health and nutrition experts, but is a thorn in the zaftig sides of people who say they should be able to eat and drink what they want.
Bloomberg announced the latest move Wednesday, days before the city's Board of Health holds a public hearing on his proposal to ban supersized sodas from sale at most restaurants, delis, cinemas and sports venues.
http://seattletimes.com/html/health/2018728922_junkfood20.html
Shoppers in some markets will have to walk past ? gasp ? apples, bananas and other healthful items before reaching the junk.
It's all part of Mayor Michael Bloomberg's drive to combat obesity in New York City, a fight that has the backing of many health and nutrition experts, but is a thorn in the zaftig sides of people who say they should be able to eat and drink what they want.
Bloomberg announced the latest move Wednesday, days before the city's Board of Health holds a public hearing on his proposal to ban supersized sodas from sale at most restaurants, delis, cinemas and sports venues.
http://seattletimes.com/html/health/2018728922_junkfood20.html