KAREN BANASIAK

Americans are overweight, and obesity may soon hold the distinction of being the number-one cause of death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 64% of adults—about 129.6 million—are overweight or obese and 15% of children and adolescents age 6–19 years—approximately 9 million—are overweight. That’s a staggering 139 million people who are at a greater risk of developing obesity-related ailments such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.Now, even low-carbohydrate dieters can scream for ice cream. Good Humor-Breyers Ice Cream developed these low-carbohydrate products sweetened with Splenda® brand sweetener, giving dieters a sweet treat without all the sugar.

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