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11/19/2008

National Menu Labeling Bill to Be Introduced

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11/17/2008

Australian State Bans Candy in Schools

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11/15/2008

Obesity Risk Predetermined by Mother's Diet

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11/13/2008

Menu Labeling Law Passed in Westchester County, New York

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11/12/2008

Increased Pregnancy Weight Affects Teen Obesity

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11/11/2008

Obese Children Show Heart Disease Signs

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NYC Chain Restaurants Posting Calories on Menus

Menu labeling, which requires chain restaurants to post calorie information on their menus, has taken effect in New York City, setting a public policy precedent for the rest of the country. Fast-food and restaurant chains may be fined up to $2,000 if calorie counts are not displayed on menus in the same font and format as the name or price of food items.

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