Trying to stick to your New Year diet? Turn the music down! People are more likely to opt for unhealthy snacks when listening to songs at a high volume, study finds

If you’re trying to stick to your New Year diet, a new study advises turning your music down.

Researchers from the University of South Florida found that having low or no music playing in a supermarket or restaurant increases the sales of healthy food, as it induces a state of relaxation.

When louder music is played, however, the purchase of greasy, unhealthy foods increases by 20 per cent.

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