Overview

• A UK study found that mandatory calorie labeling on menus has not significantly changed consumer eating habits in restaurants.
• The research, involving over 6,500 participants, revealed that while awareness of calorie content increased, it rarely influenced food choices.
• On average, diners underestimated the calorie content of their meals, which typically contained around 1,000 calories per dish.
• Experts suggest that additional measures, such as promoting healthy food options, increasing physical activity, and implementing taxes on sugary drinks, may be needed to address obesity.
• The UK's 2018 sugar tax has shown some success, leading to reduced sugar levels in soft drinks and lower obesity rates among certain age groups.