Is light the same as fat-free?: Decoding the Truth Behind Deceptive Food Labels
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 'light' can mean a food has one-third fewer calories or 50% less fat per serving than the regular version, but **is light the same as fat-free?** No, the terms have distinct, legally-defined meanings that are crucial for a healthy nutrition diet.