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How to Read Food Labels
How to read food and nutrition labelsHave you ever wondered how to read the food labels listed on the products you purchase? The food label usually list the amount of calories, fat, saturated fat, trans fat, salt & sugar that is in the product. The FDA has required food labels placed on all packaged food items since 1984. It is important to know how to read food labels. Food labels are measured by the Recommended Daily Values. Go to The Nutrition Facts Label - An Overview:
FDA Findings in regard to food labels include
Also, 64 percent of consumers reported seeing nutrition labeling on menus, napkins, or place mats in restaurants. About half of these consumers use this information often or sometimes. Read more.. Reference: Survey Shows Gains in Food-Label Use, Health/Diet Awareness. FDA. http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm202611.htm#FoodLabelHighlights |
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