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Eating out comprises more than half of Americans’ food budget, and labeling calories in restaurants has been proposed to help consumers make healthier choices. This review article evaluates the available literature on the effects of calorie-labeling on food choices in restaurants and cafeterias.
Age Groups: Adolescents (grades 9 to 12), Adults and Families, Young adolescents (grades 6 to 8)
Keywords: Fast food, Food outlet, Menu Labeling, Point-of-decision prompts, Restaurant
Focus Area: Food Retail
Resource Type: Journal Article
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