New rules state that food and drink businesses in England with over 250 employees must display calorie information on their in-person and online menus. The government has introduced these measures in a bid to allow consumers to make “healthier” and more informed choices when dining out or ordering takeaways.
However, most people would argue that going out for a meal is meant to be an enjoyable experience, something you do as a treat or for a special occasion. For many, being forced to see calories on menus takes the joy away, especially for those with eating disorders.
As Dianne Bourne from the Manchester Evening News said : "Do we really want to know the calorific damage of our food choices on a meal out? Is it better not to know? Or will knowing all the calories laid out before you really change the way you order when eating out?"
