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Consumer Expenditures: Fast Food Restaurants

Fast food is often high in fat and consumption is associated with increased caloric intake.  Being overweight or obese affects quality of life and puts individuals at risk for developing many diseases, especially heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer.
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Adults who Drink Sugar Sweetened Beverages

Fast food is often high in fat and consumption is associated with increased caloric intake.  Being overweight or obese affects quality of life and puts individuals at risk for developing many diseases, especially heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer. 
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Adults who Drink Sugar-Sweetened Beverages

Compared to the CA Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better. Compared to the CA Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better.
Compared to the CA Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better. Compared to the CA Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better.
Compared to the CA Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better. Compared to the CA Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better.

County: Santa Cruz

(Compared to CA State Value)

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Children with Low Access to a Grocery Store

Access to fresh, healthy and affordable food is essential for the proper nutrition that promotes the optimal growth and development of children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthy eating helps prevent the risk for developing chronic disease, obesity, and dental caries
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Children with Low Access to a Grocery Store

Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%. Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%.
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%. Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%.
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%. Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%.
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%. Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.2%.

County: Santa Cruz

(Compared to CA Counties)

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Farmers Market Density

Farmers markets provide a way for community members to buy fresh and affordable agricultural products while supporting local farmers. Farmers markets often emphasize good nutrition and support consumers to cook healthier meals and maintain good eating habits.
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Farmers Market Density

Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (0.04) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.04). Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (0.04) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.04).

County: Santa Cruz

(Compared to Prior Value)

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Households with No Car and Low Access to a Grocery Store

The accessibility, availability, and affordability of healthy and varied food options in the community increase the likelihood that residents will have a balanced and nutritious diet.
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Households with No Car and Low Access to a Grocery Store

Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (0.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.9%). Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (0.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.9%).
(Compared to Prior Value)
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 0.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.3%. Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 0.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.3%.
(Compared to CA Counties)
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 0.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.0%. Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 0.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.0%.
(Compared to U.S. Counties)

County: Santa Cruz

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Low-Income and Low Access to a Grocery Store

The accessibility, availability, and affordability of healthy and varied food options in the community increase the likelihood that residents will have a balanced and nutritious diet.
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Low-Income and Low Access to a Grocery Store

Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (3.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.0%). Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (3.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.0%).
(Compared to Prior Value)
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 3.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.8%. Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 3.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.8%.
(Compared to CA Counties)
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 3.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.7%. Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 3.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.7%.
(Compared to U.S. Counties)

County: Santa Cruz

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Consumer Expenditures: High Sugar Foods

 
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Consumer Expenditures: High Sugar Beverages

 
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