I read an article from the Wall Street Journal a couple of days ago that talked about the correlation between the rising unemployment rate and obesity. It never occurred to me that being unemployed can make you fatter. However, after reading the article, I can see why in some cases being unemployed can expand your waistline.
“As the unemployment rate inches toward 10% and U.S. consumers continue to find themselves strapped for cash, many are turning to cheaper fare to better balance their budgets. That often means fast food, canned and frozen processed foods that are higher in fat and calories and are made with refined grains and sugars.”
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Being Unemployed brings about waistline expansion
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