Labels 'key to obesity battle'
23 Jan 08
Source: BBC News
A single, simple product labelling system is the key to tackling obesity, ministers have said.
The government has called for a uniform approach to food labelling as part of their anti-obesity strategy for England.
Major food retailers and producers use a combination of food labelling systems from traffic light codes to guideline daily amounts. Consumer groups have complained that this can be complicated and confusing for customers.
The government has appointed an independent expert panel to examine the current systems and suggest ways forward for the food industry.
