A recent study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign revealed that worse traffic congestion in Los Angeles led to increased visits to fast food restaurants. Analyzing commute patterns from 2017 to 2019, researchers found that for each 30-second traffic delay per mile, there was a 1% spike in fast food visits, especially during evening hours. This amounted to an estimated 1.2 million additional fast food meals yearly. The findings indicate a concerning link between traffic congestion and unhealthy eating habits, with significant implications for public health regarding the rise in diet-related diseases.
For every 30-second increase in traffic delay per mile traveled, there was a 1% increase in visits to fast food restaurants. This amounts to about 1.2 million more fast food meals in Los Angeles.
The relationship between traffic congestion and increased fast food consumption suggests that urban planning and traffic management strategies should consider their impact on public health.
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