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Philly’s soda tax had an impact on health in the city, research finds

Last updated: November 30, 2024 5:55 am
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Philadelphia’s Soda Tax Shows Promising Health Impact, Study Finds

Recent research conducted by University of Pennsylvania researcher Christina Roberto has shed light on the health impact of Philadelphia’s soda tax. While initial skepticism surrounded the effectiveness of the tax in improving health outcomes, the study published in The Lancet revealed some positive findings.


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Roberto’s study compared average BMI trends in Philadelphia to control groups outside the city. While BMI continues to increase in Philadelphia, the rate of increase is slower than in the control groups. The study found some evidence of reduced BMIs and obesity prevalence in the city three years after the implementation of the soda tax.

Impact of Soda Tax on Public Health

Philadelphia’s soda tax, implemented in 2017, aims to reduce sugary beverage consumption by adding a tax to distributors’ costs. This tax, the first of its kind in a major American city, has led to higher prices for consumers, with the revenue generated funding pre-kindergarten education and community improvements.

While BMI is not a sole indicator of an individual’s health, it is a valuable metric for population-level health assessments. Research suggests that even small reductions in soda consumption can lead to improvements in health outcomes, making the soda tax a significant public health intervention.

Research Findings and Future Implications

Additional studies, including those published in JAMA Health Forum, have highlighted the success of soda taxes in reducing sugary beverage sales in cities like Philadelphia. Roberto’s research, based on electronic health records, provides valuable insights into the health impact of such policies.

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As Roberto emphasizes, the soda tax in Philadelphia serves as a model for other cities considering similar measures. The potential benefits extend beyond BMI reductions, with implications for overall health and well-being in communities.

For Further Reading:

Joshua Petimar et al, Associations of the Philadelphia sweetened beverage tax with changes in adult body weight: an interrupted time series analysis, The Lancet Regional Health – Americas (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.lana.2024.100906

Kaplan S, et al. Evaluation of Changes in Prices and Purchases Following Implementation of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxes Across the US. JAMA Health Forum. (2024) DOI: 10.1001/jamahealthforum.2023.4737

© 2024 The Philadelphia Inquirer, LLC. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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