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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
I would rather not know how many calories I am consuming as I would rather just enjoy eating out. Knowing the calories in most restaurant meals would just make you feel guilty.
Really though I don't know why this is needed. Most people are pretty well aware that a burger and fries is going to he high in fat and calories as are dishes with cream sauces, etc. While I'm sure the calorie count of some salads would surprise the odd person we (Canadians) are generally pretty educated in what's good and bad for us.
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I disagree. It helps you make better informed choices. You may be choosing to eat somewhere unhealthy, but even within that, there are better choices that people simply aren't aware of.
It also gives you a momentarily pause for thought that maybe causes you to re-think the size of what you order, or the specific item. All good things.
It isn't perfect. Calories is just one part. But having experienced this - I can tell you that it has shifted what I've ordered. A little bit of information can go a long way.
To put it another way. What's the downside?