Cash is healthier? Credit and debit increase impulsive food purchases

Monday, October 18, 2010 - 17:30 in Mathematics & Economics

People are more likely to buy unhealthy foods when they pay using credit or debit cards, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research. "Two factors contribute to this intriguing...

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