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Study: U.S. Adults Put On 2 Pounds A Month During Lockdowns

They said the cause was likely thanks to less physical activity and overeating and snacking.
Posted at 12:25 PM, Mar 23, 2021
and last updated 2021-03-23 14:25:00-04

A new study shows that American adults put on almost two pounds per month during stay-at-home orders.

Researchers found people put on over a half pound for every 10 days stuck at home. 

They said the cause was likely thanks to less physical activity and overeating and snacking.


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