date:Jul 20, 2012
for prepared chickens, salads, entrees and sandwiches with pizza, deli snacks, sides and soups priced between $3 and $4. In contrast, the average price of a sandwich at a quick-service restaurant is $7.52 and at a family restaurant it is $8.40, according to Datassential.
Supermarkets also are receiving positive remarks from consumers on the healthfulness of their prepared items with Whole Foods having programs such as Health Starts Here, Wellness Clubs and Whole Kids Foundation.
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