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fast food: References & Edit History

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  • Emily Kendall
    Emily Kendall is a graduate of the University of Vermont, where she studied English. 

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Media added. Nov 07, 2024
Modified link of Web site: National Center for Biotechnology Information - PubMed Central - The Hidden Dangers of Fast and Processed Food*. Oct 19, 2024
Add new Web site: CORE - Factors that Affect Fast Food Consumption: A Review of the Literature. Aug 23, 2024
Add new Web site: Biology LibreTexts - Case Study Conclusion: Fast Food and Chapter Summary. May 17, 2024
Add new Web site: Cleveland Clinic - Here’s How Fast Food Can Affect Your Body. Apr 02, 2024
Links added. Oct 27, 2023
Add new Web site: National Center for Biotechnology Information - PubMed Central - The Hidden Dangers of Fast and Processed Food*. Apr 29, 2023
Add new Web site: National Center for Biotechnology Information - PubMed Central - The Hidden Dangers of Fast and Processed Food*. Apr 29, 2023
Add new Web site: Clemson Cooperative Extension - Home and Garden Information Center - Fast Food & Take-Out Meals. Mar 03, 2023
Link added. Mar 03, 2023
Media added. Oct 17, 2022
New article added. Sep 23, 2022
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