Nutrition Facts Label Quiz

What does the serving size on the Nutrition Facts label reflect?

• The minimum amount you should eat or drink

• The maximum amount you should eat or drink

• The amount that people typically eat or drink

• The recommended amount to eat for health or nutrients

What is the general guide for nutrition advice in terms of daily calorie intake?

• 3,000 calories

• 2,500 calories

• 2,000 calories

• 1,500 calories

What are nutrients to get less of according to the Nutrition Facts label?

• Saturated Fat, Sodium, Added Sugars

• Dietary Fiber, Vitamin D, Calcium

• Trans Fat, Cholesterol, Protein

• Iron, Potassium, Total Sugars

What is the difference between Total Sugars and Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts label?

• Total Sugars include added sugars, while Added Sugars are only the natural sugars

• Total Sugars include natural sugars, while Added Sugars are only the added sugars

• Total Sugars include all sugars naturally found in the food, while Added Sugars are only the sugars put in by the producer

• Total Sugars include all sugars, while Added Sugars are only the natural sugars

What does the % Daily Value (%DV) on the Nutrition Facts label help determine?

• The recommended daily calorie intake

• The number of calories in a serving

• The recommended daily nutrient intake

• The amount of nutrients in a serving

What does 5% DV or less of a nutrient per serving indicate?

• The nutrient is excessive

• The nutrient is moderate

• The nutrient is low

• The nutrient is high

What should you do when a food you like is high in saturated fat according to the Nutrition Facts label?

• Balance it with foods that are low in saturated fat at other times of the day

• Increase the portion size to compensate

• Consume it with high-sugar foods to balance it out

• Avoid eating it altogether

What is the purpose of using %DV to compare food products?

• To compare the nutrient content of the food products

• To calculate the total cost of the food products

• To identify the expiration date of the food products

• To determine the serving size of the food products

What is the recommended upper or lower limit for the nutrients listed on the Nutrition Facts label based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet?

• 100% DV

• 150% DV

• 200% DV

• 250% DV

What does 20% DV or more of a nutrient per serving indicate?

• The nutrient is low

• The nutrient is moderate

• The nutrient is high

• The nutrient is excessive