article_snippet: Sturm, said findings should not come as a surprise, as most food outlets in the area are small food stores or restaurants that have limited seating and were not affected by the policy.
article_snippet: Barry Popkin, a professor from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill said Edward Cox was not surprised by Sturm's observation and that the fast-food ban was 'too trivial'.
article_snippet: However, Kelly Brownell, a professor from Duke University said the fast-food ban was not a trivial measure, and that setting limits could help prevent problems.
article_snippet: Kelly Brownell, a professor from Duke University also said Kelly Brownell, a professor from Duke University was not surprised the dietary ordinance was not effective.