Decoding Food Labels Flashcard

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Why is it important to pay attention to the serving size on a food label?

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It indicates the amount of food typically consumed in one sitting.

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What does the "Calories" section on a nutritional label represent?

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The amount of energy provided per serving.

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How can you identify if a food product contains trans fats by reading the ingredients list?

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Look for the term "partially hydrogenated oils."

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What does the Percent Daily Value (%DV) on a food label indicate?

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The percentage of a nutrient in a serving relative to a daily diet.

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Which of the following is a health claim you might find on a food label? "Contains 20% more fiber.", "May reduce the risk of heart disease.", "New and improved taste.", "Now with added vitamins."

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"May reduce the risk of heart disease."

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Why is it important to understand the nutritional facts on a food label?

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To make informed dietary choices based on nutrient content.

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What information can you gather from the ingredients list on a food label?

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The order of ingredients by weight.

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How does the serving size affect the interpretation of the nutritional facts on a food label?

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It affects the calculation of calories and nutrients per serving.

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What should you look for on a food label if you want to limit your sodium intake?

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The sodium content in milligrams.

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Which part of the food label helps identify if a product is high in sugar?

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The ingredients list.

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