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Where You Live Could Make Your Kids Fat
A new study suggests that zip codes are as important as genetic code in childhood obesity.
“Walkability” and “food deserts” aren’t just urbanism buzzwords. They’re crucial factors in childhood obesity.
That’s according to a new study from the Seattle Children’s Research Institute that looked at GIS data from neighborhoods in San Diego and Seattle (via Walkonomics). The headline of their press release? "Zip Code as Important as Genetic Code in Childhood Obesity."