CDPHE will still be working with restaurants and other statewide partners to promote
healthy eating and reduce obesity. The department has named obesity prevention one of Colorado’s
10 Winnable Battles and undertaken an extensive review of existing research
to identify 12
Obesity Prevention Priorities for Colorado. CDPHE has dedicated its energy, talent and resources to implementing those strategies and reducing the weight of the state.
The Smart Meal program led the way to healthier restaurant menu labeling and laid the foundation for new menu
labeling requirements coming soon from the Food and Drug Administration. CDPHE will
serve as an information resource for Colorado businesses implementing future
federal menu labeling requirements.
Smart Meal restaurants are welcome to continue promoting previously approved
Smart Meal menu items and access Smart Meal materials through Dec. 31. Contact Shana Patterson with questions, concerns or ideas for working together to promote healthy
eating.
CDPHE thanks all the fine Colorado restaurants who worked with us to offer healthy menu choices. The Smart Meal program made a difference in the health of all Coloradans.
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