Nutrition Labels Only Slightly Effective in Cutting Calories

U.S. News & World Report

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Labels slapped on offerings at supermarkets and restaurants lead to only a small reduction in the calories people select and purchase, according to findings gathered from 25 prior studies. The average calorie reduction was just under 2%, or about 11 calories in a 600-calorie meal the equivalent of around two almonds, researchers said.

Source: U.S. News & World Report

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