Mm Sticky Labels

MM Sticky Labels in US Restaurants

Ever wondered what those colorful labels stuck to food at some US restaurants are? Those are MM Sticky Labels, and they tell you key information about the ingredients.

What they tell you:

- Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, nut-free, and other dietary restrictions are often indicated with symbols.

- Common allergens: If the food contains any of the eight common allergens (milk, eggs, wheat, soybeans, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, fish), those allergens are listed.

- Nutritional information: Some labels might have a symbol indicating that the food is high in calories, fat, or sodium.

How to recognize them:

- Look for labels with colorful symbols and text.

- They are usually square or rectangular and about the size of a postage stamp.

- Many restaurants display a legend or key for the symbols used on their MM Sticky Labels.

Why are they useful?

- Help diners make informed choices about what they eat.

- Promote transparency and accountability in food preparation.

- Can be helpful for people with dietary restrictions or allergies.

Common symbols you might see:

- GF: Gluten-free

- VG: Vegan

- VT: Vegetarian

- NF: Nut-free

- E: Contains eggs

- W: Contains wheat

- S: Contains shellfish

- T: Contains tree nuts

- P: Contains peanuts

Remember:

- Not all restaurants use MM Sticky Labels, so be sure to ask your server if you have any dietary restrictions.

- Sometimes, the information on the label might not be completely accurate, so always ask your server if you have any questions.