Food & Healthy Living
The restaurant industry depends on its guests ...
... and that’s why food safety and nutrition are so important to the National Restaurant Association and its members. The Association is involved from farm to fork to help members tackle healthy living issues: from food and alcohol safety to increasing the availability of nutrition information.
HIGHLIGHTS
Kids LiveWell: Healthful Choices. Happy Kids.
When parents dine out, they are looking for healthier options for their kids. Many restaurants already have them. The National Restaurant Association has teamed up with Healthy Dining on Kids LiveWell.
America's Restaurants: Putting Nutrition at the Center of the Plate
The restaurant industry is a leader when it comes to promoting healthy lifestyles. Learn about our progress, as an industry, how restaurants are creating healthful options for children and adults alike, and how we are putting nutrition at the center of the plate.
Healthful Dining Tips: Suggestions for Healthful Menu Options
There are many different dining occasions -- from the special dinner event to an everyday meal or snack. If you’re looking for an enjoyable experience, but trying to eat healthier, here are some tips to help guide you in restaurants.
What's Hot in 2012
Children's nutrition and local sourcing will be the hottest restaurant menu trends this year, according to the National Restaurant Association's What's Hot survey of nearly 1,800 American Culinary Federation chefs.
Read more about our 2012 What's Hot Survey>NEWS & RESOURCES
NRA partners on nutrition analysis services
From databases to full lab analyses, MenuCalc (a FoodCALC product), Healthy Dining and Silliker provide a range of resources to help National Restaurant Association members analyze the nutrition content of their foods. The companies provide discounts for NRA members.
New law sets nutrition-disclosure standards for chain restaurants
The National Restaurant Association believes new standards will be a win for both consumers and the restaurant industry.
Fresh produce helps operators stand out
Nearly three of four restaurant operators say emphasizing fresh produce in their marketing efforts drives more customers to their restaurants, according to Produce Marketing Association and National Restaurant Association research.
Restaurateurs cater to food-allergic guests
Restaurants are training staff to safely serve guests allergic to or intolerant of certain foods. A National Restaurant Association partnership with the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network helps restaurants better serve the one in 25 Americans who say they have food allergies.
