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- Title
The Prevalence of Heart-Healthy Menu Items in West Virginia Restaurants.
- Authors
Jones, Jenni L.; Krummel, Debra A.; Wheeler, Karen; Forbes, Betty; Fitch, Cindy
- Abstract
Objective: to determine the prevalence of heart-healthy choices offered in restaurants. Methods: Menus (N273) were obtained from restaurants in the 10 most populated cities in West Virginia. A survey assessed the number of restaurants that provide point-of- purchase nutrition information and the heart-healthy choices offered. Results: One restaurant offered point-of-purchase nutrition information. Nine percent of restaurants identified heart-healthy choices on their menus. There was a high frequency of offering vegetarian entrees, light side dishes, and vegetables; however, much less fruit, low-fat milk, low-fat salad dressing, or heart-healthy desserts were on menus. Conclusion: There is much opportunity for providing and identifying heart-healthy choices in restaurants.
- Subjects
WEST Virginia; MENUS; HEART; RESTAURANTS; FOOD; DIET
- Publication
American Journal of Health Behavior, 2004, Vol 28, Issue 4, p328
- ISSN
1087-3244
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.5993/AJHB.28.4.4