Tag: Reading nutrition facts

According to the Heart Foundation, foods labeled 'low fat' must contain less than 3g of fat per 100g for solids or 1.5g per 100ml for liquids. This guide will teach you how to read labels for low fat, moving beyond marketing claims to understand the real nutritional content of your food choices.

The Percent Daily Value (%DV) on food labels is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Knowing what 5% or more than 20% indicates on a food label is key to making informed food choices.

According to the FDA, the serving size on a Nutrition Facts label reflects the amount people typically eat, not a recommendation, a common point of confusion. This is just one reason why you should check this information on food packets to understand what you are truly consuming for a healthier nutrition diet.

According to the American Diabetes Association, total carbohydrates listed on a Nutrition Facts label include fiber. This can be confusing for those managing their diet, so it's important to understand why fiber is counted as carbs and how to factor it into your daily intake.

According to the American Heart Association, the average American consumes an excessive amount of added sugar daily, more than double the recommended limit for women. This makes learning how to tell how much sugar is in a product a crucial skill for maintaining good health and preventing diet-related diseases.