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Why Poorer Countries Have Slimmer Poor People And Richer Countries Have Slimmer Rich People

“The relationship between wealth and body weight is a complex one, and it varies significantly across different countries and regions. In many rich countries, the prevalence of obesity is higher among people with lower incomes, while those with higher incomes tend to be slimmer. This is often attributed to the higher cost of healthy foods, the prevalence of food deserts in low-income areas, and the limited availability of safe and affordable places to exercise.”

This excerpt highlights the fact that the relationship between wealth and body weight is not straightforward and varies depending on the country and region. In many rich countries, low-income individuals tend to have a higher prevalence of obesity due to the higher cost of healthy foods, the lack of access to healthy foods in low-income areas, and the limited availability of safe and affordable places to exercise. On the other hand, higher-income individuals tend to be slimmer because they have more resources to access healthy foods and exercise facilities. This suggests that there is a need for policies and interventions that address the social determinants of health, such as access to healthy foods and safe places to exercise, in order to reduce the prevalence of obesity among low-income individuals in rich countries.

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Antarctic Treaty Of 1959: The Battle Between Protection And Exploitation

Antarctica is often considered the last untouched wilderness on Earth, a continent that has remained free from human exploitation and intervention. The Antarctic Treaty of 1959, which was signed by 12 countries, including the United States, the Soviet Union, and the United Kingdom, has been instrumental in protecting the continent’s unique ecosystem and preventing the exploitation of its natural resources. The treaty established Antarctica as a scientific preserve, banned military activity on the continent, and set aside territorial claims made by some countries.

However, the treaty is set to expire in 2048, and there are growing concerns about the future of Antarctica. Some hawks see the continent’s vast mineral and oil reserves as a source of economic opportunity, and they are pushing for an end to the treaty to allow for commercial exploitation. Environmentalists, on the other hand, argue that Antarctica’s ecosystem is too fragile and unique to be subjected to commercial activities, and they are calling for the treaty to be extended and strengthened. The debate over the future of Antarctica is intensifying, and it remains to be seen what direction policymakers will take.

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BREAKING: Basketmouth Announced Divorce With Wife, Pleads For Privacy

Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth has announced on Facebook that himself and his wife, Elsie Uzoma Okpocha are getting a divorce. The popular comedian whose real name is Bright Okpocha made the announcement on Thursday afternoon via his Facebook platform. Making the announcement, he captioned the post, “For the first and the last time.” Read his full statement below. “As much as it […]

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Stop Giving Birth To Dwarfs In Our Community, Methamphetamine Addiction – Anambra PG Warns Youths

The President General PG of Aguleri in Anambra East Local Government Area, Anambra State have warned their youths, especially the females to stop mingling with non-indigenes. He said that they were responsible for impregnating their daughters to give birth to dwarfs, the spate of dwarfs in the Aguleri community is now a source of worry […]

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Paul Okoye’s Ex-Wife, Anita Finds Love Again With Alleged White Lover (Photo)

Anita, the former wife of Nigerian singer, Paul Okoye, has allegedly found love again. This comes after the father of three via his verified Instagram handle flaunted his new lover, Instagram influencer and model, Ivy Ifeoma on social media. Bestnewsnet understands that Anita Okoye turned 34 years and recently took to her Instagram story to share a video from the […]

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Question I Asked Myself For Over 24hrs The Day I Was Attacked By Assassins – Apostle Suleman

Nigerian televangelist preacher, Apostle Johnson Suleman, founder and senior pastor of shoppingmode Omega Fire Ministry, has in a video on his church’s official Facebook page a few minutes ago, disclosed the question he asked himself the day he was attacked by the assassins for 24 hours. Recall that Apostle Suleman was attacked by assassins on Friday, 22nd of October around […]

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Top 10 Nigerian States With the Highest Alcohol Consumption by Women As Beer Companies Make N542bn in 6 Months

Nigerians in the first six months of 2022 bought alcoholic and soft drinks worth N599.11 billion. This is a 31.2% increase compared to the N456.44 billion spent in the same period in 2021. The amount was captured in the financials of Nigerian Breweries, Guinness, International Breweries, as well as Champion Brew. submitted to the Nigerian […]