Minnesota breaks from the fat pack

Minnesota has stemmed its rising adult obesity rate. Here's how we compare with other Midwestern states.

By Mark Boswell Star Tribune

April 30, 2015 — 12:29pm

Mark Boswell is Deputy News Graphics Director at the Minnesota Star Tribune and has over 30 years experience as a visual journalist, illustrator and writer.

mboswell@startribune.com 612-673-7590

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