Facts About Nutrition Labels

The nutrition label located on each and every food item,


will tell you all the information about that food. For


some however, this information isn't exactly that reader


friendly. Fear not, as it's actually easier than you


think.




Serving Size


This size is based on the amount people eat. Similar


food items will have similar serving sizes, thus making


it easier to compare 2 foods of the same category.




% Daily Value


This indicates how food will fit in a 2,000 calorie


diet. This will help you to understand if the food


has a lot, or just a little of the important nutrients.




The middle section


The nutrients you'll find listed in the middle section


are the ones that are most important to your health.


This information can help you to calculate your daily


limit of fat, fiber, sodium, and other nutrients.




Vitamins & minerals


The percent daily value found here is the exact same


as the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowance for vitamins


and minerals.




Now that you know what the nutrition label actually


means, it'll be a lot easy to eat healthy. Eating


healthy is a great thing - especially when you use the


nutrition label to assist you with your food choices.