Factoid of the day: Gas pains

“A study from Washington University in St. Louis suggests that 8% of the rise in obesity since the 1980s was due to low gas prices, which lead to less walking and biking and more restaurant meals.”

(Source: BusinessWeek, 8/4/08

1 thought on “Factoid of the day: Gas pains”

  1. Contrary to this statement, today gas prices have doubled along with the percentage increase in obesity all around the world. However, the only facet behind is the lifestyle that most of us have adopted.

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