NEW YORK CITY RESTAURANTS TO BE TRANS FAT-FREE BY NEXT MONTH

NEW YORK CITY RESTAURANTS TO BE TRANS FAT-FREE BY NEXT MONTH Second Phase of Trans Fat Regulation Takes Effect July 1, 2008 Switch to Healthier Fry Oils Has Reduced Saturated Fat As Well As Trans Fat In a few weeks, New York City restaurants will finish the job of eliminating artificial trans fat from the food they serve. The final phase of the City’s trans fat regulation takes effect July 1, requiring restaurants to clear artificial trans fat from all their menu items. When first implemented last year, the new standard applied only to fry oils and spreads. It will now cover previously excluded items such as baked goods, frozen foods, cannoli, and doughnuts as well. Foods served in the manufacturer’s original, sealed packaging, such as candy and crackers, are still exempt. Click here for more...