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Researchers studied several years of transactions from Taco Bells, including from drive-thrus in Chicago, Oakland, California, Philadelphia, and Seattle.
These are all places that had adopted soda taxes aimed at reducing sugar consumption and encouraging healthier habits.
But the study finds that the small tax on soda did not appear to influence decision-making.
Other studies show that a soda tax can lead to decreased sales in grocery stores.
But this doesn't seem to be the case in fast food.
Researchers say it's possible the tax is too low for consumers to notice.
The Trump administration has placed protein, including meat and cheese, at the top of a food pyramid.
But the Heart Association says a heart-healthy diet includes plenty of vegetables and fruits and emphasizes minimizing saturated fats.
The two sets of guidelines are on the same page when it comes to consuming whole grains as opposed to packaged foods made with refined grains, choosing minimally processed foods, as well as limiting added sugars.
Poor nutrition is strongly associated with heart disease.
the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S.
An estimated 80 percent of heart disease can be prevented or delayed, and lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet, can help.
The Trump administration has placed protein, including meat and cheese, at the top of a food pyramid.
But the Heart Association says a heart-healthy diet includes plenty of vegetables and fruits and emphasizes minimizing saturated fats.
The two sets of guidelines are on the same page when it comes to consuming whole grains as opposed to packaged foods made with refined grains, choosing minimally processed foods, as well as limiting added sugars.
Poor nutrition is strongly associated with heart disease, the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S.
An estimated 80 percent of heart disease can be prevented or delayed.