Decoding Nutrition Facts Labels

What is the primary purpose of the nutrition facts label?

• To help make informed food choices

• To list food ingredients

• To show the price of the item

• To provide cooking instructions

How many servings are in the discussed food package?

• Eight servings

• Ten servings

• Five servings

• Twelve servings

Tags

CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

If you consume two cups of the food item, how many calories would you intake?

• 460 calories

• 230 calories

• 920 calories

• 115 calories

Tags

CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

Which nutrient is recommended to be consumed in lesser amounts?

• Sodium

• Vitamin D

• Calcium

• Potassium

Which of the following nutrients is generally under-consumed?

• Saturated fat

• Dietary fiber

• Sodium

• Added sugars

What does a 5% DV indicate about a nutrient's amount in a food?

• Low amount

• No amount

• High amount

• Moderate amount

A food item with 20% DV of iron is considered:

• Free of iron

• High in iron

• Moderate in iron

• Low in iron

Which nutrient should you choose in higher percent daily values?

• Saturated fat

• Vitamin D

• Sodium

• Added sugars

What should you consider when choosing foods based on the nutrition facts label?

• Packaging design

• Taste preference only

• Price only

• Nutritional needs

How can the nutrition facts label help you in a grocery store?

• By showing the food's color

• By guiding nutritional choices

• By providing cooking recipes

• By listing the manufacturer's details

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.6

CCSS.RI.1.7

CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.4.7