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Top Stories - Monday, March 8, 2010 17:47 - 3 Comments
Fast foodies cut back when prices go up
“This study gives us strong scientific evidence that price policies, including taxes, could actually be effective at helping control obesity and the resulting chronic diseases, like diabetes,” Barry Popkin says. “Our results provide robust evidence to support the potential health benefits of taxing selected foods and beverages as a way of improving public health.”
UNC CHAPEL HILL (US)—A new study that followed participants for 20 years shows both weight and risk for diabetes decreased for people in communities where fast food prices increased. Continue…
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