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flag Study links global rise in chain grocery stores to increased obesity and unhealthy food sales.

flag A global study links the rise of chain grocery stores and supermarkets to higher obesity rates. flag Over 15 years, the number of these stores per 10,000 people increased by 23.6% worldwide, with the fastest growth in low- and middle-income countries. flag This growth correlates with a 10.9% increase in unhealthy food sales and rising obesity rates. flag The study, released on World Obesity Day, calls for action to regulate the promotion of unhealthy foods and prioritize healthier retail environments.

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