Fast-foodObesityObesogenic environmentTakeawayThis study investigated if the relationship between residential fast-food outlet availability and obesity varied due to methodological diversity or by age. Cross-sectional data (n = 22,889) from the Yorkshire Health Study, England were used. Obesity was...
Is Fast-Food Restaurant Availability Associated with Obesity in Florida?Liza Hayes-MathiasT. Alimi
We also estimate the influence of fast food availability on fast food consumption—a process assumed but not demonstrated7,13 to underlie more commonly reported relationships between fast food availability and obesity14-16—and assess whether these relationships vary by individual-level income. Methods ...
These efforts aim to educate the public about the importance of a balanced diet, and to promote healthier alternatives to fast food. In addition, some countries have implemented regulations to limit the marketing and availability of fast food, especially in schools and other places frequented by ...
Consequently, a relative measure may better predict dietary outcomes as compared to absolute measures of FFR availability [29]. The objective of the current study is to study the association between relative exposure to FFR in relation to overall diet quality, overweight and obesity in a large ...
The effect of fast-food availability on fast-food consumption and obesity among rural residents: An analysis by race/ethnicity Rural areas of the United States tend to have higher obesity rates than urban areas, particularly in regions with high proportions of non-white residents. ... Richard,A...
Additionally, policies and regulations can be put in place to limit the marketing and availability of fast food, especially in areas with high rates of obesity and related health issues. Moreover, promoting the consumption of fresh, whole foods through subsidies and incentives can help make ...
Fast food for family meals: relationships with parent and adolescent food intake, home food availability and weight status. Public Health Nutr. 2007;10(1):16–23. Article PubMed Google Scholar Duncan JS, Schofield G, Duncan EK, Rush EC. Risk factors for excess body fatness in New Zealand...
In response to the growing concern over the impact of fast food on health, there have been efforts to promote healthier eating habits and to regulate the marketing and availability of these foods. Some fast food chains have introduced healthier options on their menus, and there have been calls...
The availability of fast-food and full-service restaurants in the United States: associations with neighborhood characteristics. Parallel to the rising obesity epidemic, food consumption patterns and household expenditures show a marked upward trend in total energy intake derived fro... LM Powell,FJ Ch...