Fighting Obesity With Better-Designed Menus
New research finds calorie counts can be effective—if the figures are properly placed.
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Five Facts About the FDA's New Menu Labeling Rule
The calorie counts you've long seen at Starbucks will be at every chain restaurant starting today.
Calorie Counts on Menus May Work After All
But pricing also plays a role in diners' decision-making.
How Junk Food Companies Manipulate Your Tongue
We mistakenly think that harder foods contain fewer calories, and those mistakes can affect our belt sizes.
The Affordable Calorie Act: Obamacare's Anti-Obesity Tactic
Will an Obamacare anti-obesity tactic make things worse?
American Medical Association Labels Obesity a Disease
The American Medical Association has officially labeled obesity a disease, but we still don't know enough about the problem to be sure it fits the established definition.
Research Confirms the Dangers of Shopping on an Empty Stomach
New research confirms that there is danger in going food shopping on an empty stomach.
High Calorie Diets Can Mean Memory Loss
We know that overeating takes a toll on our physical health, and new research shows it takes a hefty toll on our brains, too.
Some People Do Heed Fast-Food Calorie Data
Does nutrition information help diners make wise decisions in fast-food restaurants? The latest study finds it does with some people — but that’s still a net benefit to society.
Susbidies for Healthy Food Won't Solve Obesity
New research finds subsidizing healthy food is no answer to the obesity epidemic.
Information Inspires Healthier Food Choices For Children
Research shows that nutritional information about fast food inspires parents to make healthier choices for their kids.
Calorie-Restricted Diets Only Work for Rodents
A diet that is low in calories but highly nutritious may not be as effective in extending the lifespan of humans as it is in rodents