Food Labels

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What is a food label?

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A food label is a panel on packaged food that provides information about the nutritional content, ingredients, and serving sizes of the product.

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What information can you find on a food label?

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You can find serving size, calories, total fat, cholesterol, sodium, carbohydrates, sugars, protein, and vitamins.

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Why is serving size important?

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Serving size helps you understand how much of the product is considered one serving, which is crucial for managing portion control and calorie intake.

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How do you calculate the total calories in a package?

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Multiply the calories per serving by the number of servings in the package.

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What does 'calories from fat' mean?

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'Calories from fat' indicates how many of the total calories in a serving come from fat.

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What is the significance of the % Daily Value on a food label?

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The % Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet, helping consumers gauge if a food is high or low in a nutrient.

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What does it mean if a food label says 'low sugar'?

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'Low sugar' means the product contains a lower amount of sugar compared to similar products, often defined as 5 grams or less per serving.

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What is the difference between 'total carbohydrates' and 'sugars' on a food label?

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'Total carbohydrates' includes all carbs in the food, while 'sugars' refers specifically to the simple sugars present.

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What does 'trans fat' indicate on a food label?

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Trans fat is a type of unhealthy fat that can increase the risk of heart disease, and it is important to limit its intake.

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How can food labels help people with allergies?

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Food labels list ingredients, allowing individuals with food allergies to avoid products that contain allergens.