Study: Food Environment Shapes Dietary Habits in LA

A new study looked at how easy or hard it is for people to eat healthy in different neighborhoods in Los Angeles.

The researchers created virtual people to see if they would follow a healthy diet called MED-DASH or stick to the usual American diet.

They found that people in wealthier areas were more likely to follow the healthy diet.

When they made healthy food cheaper, more people in all areas chose to eat better.

The study shows that where you live and how much healthy food costs can make a big difference in what you eat.

Experts say doctors and nutrition programs should think about these things when giving diet advice.