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Restaurants Start Labeling Calories, But Is It Helpful or Harmful?

A new study looks at the impact of calorie labeling in major restaurant chains. Some customers have found it helpful when trying to lose weight, but others, particularly those who have struggled with eating disorders, have worked hard to see food as much more than a metric. This video is excerpted from BBC News.

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