Calorie labelling has modest effect, latest evidence finds

Calorie labelling has modest effect, latest evidence finds

Getty Images Calories must now appear on menus in large restaurants and take-aways Putting calories on food labels and menus “is no silver bullet”, say researchers who analysed the best evidence to date on how effective the policy can be. A review of 25 studies on calorie labelling in a number of countries found a … Read more

Are Calorie Counts on Restaurant Menus Making Meals Healthier?

Are Calorie Counts on Restaurant Menus Making Meals Healthier?

“Much of that, in my mind, is due to the fact that people are familiar with the quick-serve or fast-food restaurants,” Diekman said. “They know what they like. They trust what they order. Therefore, they’re happy with what’s there and they’re going to buy it no matter what the calorie label says.” But … Read more

Calorie Count: Eating Early Won’t Boost Weight Loss

Calorie Count: Eating Early Won’t Boost Weight Loss

By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Nov. 10, 2020 (HealthDay News) — If you’re overweight, eating most of your calories early in the day won’t boost the benefit of a healthy diet, new research suggests. In a 12-week study, 41 people ate the same healthy diet, but one group ate 80% of … Read more