Content about Nutrition

February 6, 2012
World Views: London calling
A look at the UK market from David Coffer.
February 3, 2012
A look at today’s consumer
Restaurant operators must understand what motivates consumers
January 12, 2012
Restaurants add ‘better-for-you’ menu items
More restaurant chains are jumping on the better-for-you bandwagon
December 8, 2011
2010-2011: The biggest nutrition news stories
Anita-Jones Mueller breaks down the biggest nutrition stories
December 2, 2011
Survey: Operators positive on sales, margin expectations
Restaurant industry same-store sales set records in October
November 17, 2011
Sodium reduction: What restaurants can do
Restaurants can use several techniques to reduce sodium
September 9, 2011
Foodborne illness outbreaks from restaurants remain static
Two percent more people sickened from contaminated foods
September 6, 2011
New USDA numbers show values of food nutrition programs
Many American households were unable to consistently provide food for their families last year
September 2, 2011
Foodservice goes back to school
Restaurant companies get involved in school food programs as childhood obesity rates climb
August 25, 2011
How restaurants can build KIDS LIVEWELL choices
The unveiling of the new KIDS LIVEWELL program made big news
August 10, 2011
Hot Concepts! 2011: True Food Kitchen
Health-focused concept strives to create 
nutritious dishes that don’t sacrifice flavor
August 8, 2011
Activists, regulators scrutinize kids’ food marketing
As the anti-obesity battle heats up, restaurants are under increasing fire for the messages they direct at their youngest patrons.

August 4, 2011
Fundraising for a Food Revolution
Jamie Oliver, Chipotle and supporters fight childhood obesity
August 1, 2011
Subway introduces fortified bread
Nearly all breads will have added vitamin D and calcium
August 1, 2011
The Cheesecake Factory debuts low-cal menu
“SkinnyLicious” dishes each have 590 calories or less
July 28, 2011
Q&A: Dan Barash of Moe’s Southwest Grill
Anita Jones-Mueller talks to Dan Barash about healthy, family-friendly food
July 27, 2011
NPD: Consumers want smaller portions
Portion control is growing in importance among American diners
July 26, 2011
McD increases commitment to a more healthful menu
The chain will add fruit and reduce fries in Happy Meals
July 26, 2011
Qdoba tests whole wheat tortillas
New tortillas have more fiber, fewer calories and less fat than traditional
July 25, 2011
Operators push for EBT acceptance at restaurants
Operators are supporting a program to allow those in need to use SNAP benefits in restaurants
July 21, 2011
How restaurant plates can measure up to ‘MyPlate’
Healthy Dining’s Anita Jones-Mueller breaks down the new food pyramid for the industry
July 13, 2011
Restaurants, NRA debut ‘Kids LiveWell’
More than 15,000 restaurants participate in NRA's new program
July 8, 2011
Fed weighs nutrition standards for food marketed to kids
Federal guidelines would establish nutritional standards for food marketed to kids
July 7, 2011
Study: Consumers think healthful fare costs more
Healthful meals also seen as less flavorful, satisfying
June 27, 2011
Ins and outs of menu labeling for restaurants
Restaurateurs need to be on top of menu labeling laws
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