Labeling Requirements: FDA accepting comments on nutrition labeling in chains and vending machines

摘要

FDA issued a draft rule last month for menu and vending machine labeling requirements. The law, proposed last year, would require chain restaurants and vending machine operations with more than 20 units to post nutrition information. FDA is acceptingcomments on the proposed rule through early June, and comments can be submitted through www.regulations.gov. "These proposals will ensure that consumers have more information when they make their own food choices," said Kathleen Sebelius, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary. "Giving consumers clear nutritional information makes it easier for them to choose healthier options that can help fight obesity and make us all healthier."