Philadelphians Drink Less Sugary Soda, More Water, After Tax
A new study suggests that residents of Philadelphia are 40 percent less likely to drink sweetened beverages daily compared with people in cities that don't have a soda tax in place.
by Allison Aubrey
Apr 13, 2018
2 minutes
Will people drink less sugary soda if the price goes up? A new study suggests the answer is ... yes.
Researchers at Drexel University surveyed residents of Philadelphia both before and after a 1.5-cent-per-ounce tax on sweetened drinks took effect. They also surveyed
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