How the Government is Finding Answers to Obesity - KCBD NewsChannel 11 Lubbock

10/24/03

How the Government is Finding Answers to Obesity

Just as we read labels to get nutritional information, the government is considering requiring something similar at resturants, which means all the food facts about what you order could be published right there on the menu.

The real focus of that government committee is obesity and finding ways to help Americans avoid weight gain.

The National Restaurant Association opposes the menu labels arguing this would be a real hassle for restaurants that change menu items often.

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