Calories on menus ‘may not be helpful’ in drive against obesity

Campaigners say compulsory menu labelling could put too much emphasis on calorie counting

A Big Mac has 508. Wagamama's hot chicken katsu curry has 1,089. And a large mixed grill with chips at Wetherspoon's has 2,052. But will knowing how many calories are in a restaurant meal help make a difference to the UK's obesity epidemic?

From April, all cafes and restaurants run by companies with more than 250 staff will be obliged to include calorie counts for each item on their menus. The government hopes this will encourage people to make healthier choices and nudge restaurants towards offering healthier options.