Calorie counts may be coming to NYC menus

With the current Trans Fat argument underway in New York City, the continued assault on obesity is taking a new turn, as some restaurants may be soon required to list calorie counts next to menu items if the New York City health department gets its way.

Personally, I think it would be a great idea for all restaurants around the country to list the calorie counts on all menu items, just like most store-bought food products do now on the "Nutrition Facts" label.

Listing calories does not prevent anyone from eating anything, but better informs each patron on the details of what they may choose to consume. That isn't harmful -- unless you're staunchly against all forms of consumer education.