Posted by: stephenhinton | June 10, 2012

Infographic: food deserts that keep Americans fat


Lack of access to quality, reasonably priced healthful foods has been associated with poor dietary habits and a higher risk for obesity and other health-related problems. Lower-income families, sensitive to price, are more likely to purchase food from convenience stores that carry cheap, processed foods.

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