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South Koreans eat more instant ramen noodles per capita than anywhere else in the world. But American researchers say eating too much may increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease and stroke. (Aug. 21)
IT COSTS LESS THAN A DOLLAR A PACK AND involves only THREE STEPS - BOIL THE WATER, POUR IN THE CONTENTS, AND EAT.
SOUNDBITE (Korean) Han Seung-youn, diner:
"I think the merits of ramen compared to other foods are the fact that I can eat...
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