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Prevent weight gain by doing more housework

While fast food and sugary soda consumption have been blamed for the obesity epidemic, other factors might have played even more of a role — like the fact that women sit in front of electronic screens more than they used to, often behind a desk at work, and do a lot less dusting, ironing, and scrubbing of pots.

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This study was funded by The Coca-Cola Company and some of the authors have long-time financial relationships with the company.

I'll be going to the river to wash the clothes before I attempt the taxes!  Thanks for the tip!