Final Phase of NYC Trans Fat Ban Takes Effect July 1; All Trans Fats Off the Menu
AP WorldStream English (all) -- June 16, 2008 -- NEW YORK -- New York City eateries must remove artificial trans fats from all menu items by July 1.
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Foods served in original, sealed packaging - such as candy and crackers - are exempt.
The Health Department says that, as of last month, about 98 percent of inspected restaurants were in compliance.
On the Net: NYC Health Dept: http://www.nyc.gov/health
Trans Fat Help Center: http://www.notransfatnyc.org
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