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Mexicans’ Deadly Addiction to Soft Drinks

February 10, 2023

In Chiapas, one of the poorest regions of Mexico, more and more people are dying due to excess soft drink consumption.

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The sugary beverages are easier to access than clean tap water in the country, yet the manufacturers deny any responsibility. 

 

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