See Through the Labels (nutrition)

A food is considered to be an excellent source of a nutrient if the percent daily value of that nutrient is:

• 0%

• Less than 5%

• Between 10% nd 19%

• 20% or more

Food labels are written according to the calorie needs of adults. They are not useful for kids and teens.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The food label of your favorite snack says the serving size is 1 cup, there are 120 calories per serving, and there are 2.5 servings per container. How many calories are in the entire container?

• 124

• 240

• 300

• 360

About (a)   % of all the calories you eat in a day should come from fat.

(a)   size - the portion for which the nutritional information is given.

Which of the following fats are usually listed on Nutrition Facts food labels?

• Protein, Carbs and fats

• Total fat, Saturated and Trans

• Vitamins and minerals

• Fat, amount of fat and calories

The recommended daily value of a nutrient should be between:

• 0-5%

• 6-19%

• 20-29%

• 30-39%

The percent daily value of a nutrient calculated on a food label is based on a:

• 3000 calorie diet

• 2500 calorie diet

• 2000 calorie diet

• 1500calorie diet