The bench of Fuerza Popular in Congress launched a legislative proposal that will be presented at the beginning of the next legislature, after July 28, to warn about the high content of fats, sugars, sodium, and saturated fats that are contained in the food offered in fast food chains and restaurants.
Miguel Castro, president of the Consumer Defense Commission said to Gestión that he will present a bill when the new legislature begins. “My proposal is to promote a kind of labeling in the fast food chains, whether it is a traffic light or an octagon type, in which it is indicated to the consumer that the food of the establishment has high-fat content, for example”, he explained to the aforementioned media.
This warning will be similar to the non-smoking signs that establishments have to publish, and it will be tentatively called “Law of Labeling Junk Food In Restaurants and Fast Food Chains”.
Another goal is to regulate the food that is sold so that the consumers are more aware of the calories that each dish contains.
(Source)
(Cover Photo Pxhere)
Don’t Miss:
Now that you're here:
We're asking you, our reader, to make a contribution in support of our digital guide in order to keep informing, updating and inspiring people to visit Peru. Why now? In our near 20-year journey as the leading English-language source on travel in Peru, we've had our fair share of ups and downs-but nothing quite like the challenges brought forth in the first quarter of 2020.
By adapting to the changing face of the tourism and travel industry (on both local and international levels), we have no doubt we will come out stronger-especially with the support of our community. Because you will travel again, and we will be ready to show you the best of Peru.
Your financial support means we can keep sharing the best of Peru through high-quality stories, videos and insights provided by our dedicated team of contributors and editors based in Peru. And of course, We are here to answer your questions and help whenever you need us.
As well, it makes possible our commitment to support local and small businesses that make your visit an unforgettable one. Your support will help the people working in these industries get back on their feet once the world allows us to make our dream of enjoying everything Peru has to offer a reality again-from its mouthwatering gastronomy, thriving Amazon and archaeological wonders such as Machu Picchu.
Together, we will find a way through this. As a member of our community, your contribution, however big or small, is valuable.
Support Traveling & Living in Peru from as little as $1 - and it only takes a minute. Thank you!
