Food labels: Good reading
The
food labels required (US Food and Drug Administration) on
packaged food items are a great way to know exactly what is contained inside—not just ingredients,
but
nutrients and other nutritional substances, calories
and serving size,
Daily Values (DV) in percentages, and more.
Knowing where to look, what to look for, and what the various parts of the food label mean can be invaluable toward your overall nutrition, food intake and diet as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Take a look at a typical
food
label from a package of macaroni and cheese (image courtesy of Food and Drug Administration).
Note the numbers and color-coded areas (not usually on the food label) with descriptions and
recommendations regarding how to read and use the label wisely.
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Food labels for nutrition and weight loss
Know where to look and what to look for. -
Food labels for good nutrition
What to look for, including Daily Values. -
Good reading: Calories and nutrition
Ways to spot easy calorie reduction options.
