An increase in childhood obesity rates and a decline in healthful eating options have prompted a Los Angeles city official to propose a moratorium on new fast food restaurants in the city.
"The proposed ordinance, which takes a page from boutique communities that turn up their noses at franchises, is supported by nutritionists, frustrated residents and community activists who call restrictive zoning an appropriate response..."
Many experts have cited large discrepancies in the types of restaurants available in different parts of town as evidence that such a proposal is needed. Source:
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