Food Labels

Why are food labels important? Choose the best answer for each question.

• They make the food look appealing

• They provide information to make informed dietary decisions

• They are required by law

• They help in marketing the product

What is the expected growth rate of the global weight loss and diet market between 2023 and 2028? Choose the best answer for each question.

• 5.00%

• 6.75%

• 8.50%

• 10.00%

When reading a food label, what should you check first? Choose the best answer for each question.

• The ingredient list

• The serving size

• The calories

• The health claims

If a food item has a serving size of 100g and contains 20g of total fat, how would you categorize it? Choose the best answer for each question.

• High in fat

• Low in fat

• Moderate in fat

• No fat

Which of the following is a recommended daily intake for cholesterol? Choose the best answer for each question.

• Less than 100 mg

• Less than 200 mg

How can you determine the net carbs in a food item?

• Total carbohydrates minus sugars

• Total carbohydrates minus dietary fiber

• Total carbohydrates plus sugars

• Total carbohydrates minus protein

What does a %DV of 20% or more indicate?

• The nutrient is low

• The nutrient is high

• The nutrient is average

• The nutrient is unnecessary

What should you look for in the ingredient list of a food product?

• Ingredients listed in random order

• Artificial colors and flavors

• Ingredients listed in descending order by weight

• Only the first ingredient

Which claim is not strictly regulated?

• Organic

• Whole grain

• Natural

• High in fiber

If a product claims to be "low-fat," what should you be cautious about?

• It may contain high amounts of protein

• It may be high in sugar

• It may contain no calories

• It may be made with whole grains