Study links TV time with sweet-drink consumption The amount of time children spend watching television correlates with the volume of sweetened beverages they consume, according to a Swedish study published in the International Journal of Public Health. "Each additional hour in front of the TV increased the likelihood of regular consumption by 50%," said lead researcher Stina Olafsdottir. "A similar link was found for total screen time." FoodNavigator (6/4)  | Join a community that can help you grow your business
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