Slow traffic, fast food: Study links road delays with unhealthy eating

ScienceDaily
Feb 3, 2025, 4:40 pm127 pts
Ever notice how much more tempting it is to pick up fast food for dinner after being stuck in traffic? It's not just you. New research shows that traffic delays significantly increase visits to fast food restaurants, leading to unhealthier eating for millions each year.

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