Nutrient Label and Health Claims

What is the guideline for the daily intake of calories from added sugars according to the Nutrition Facts label?

• Not exceed 5% of total calories

• Not exceed 10% of total calories

• Not exceed 15% of total calories

• Not exceed 20% of total calories.

Why was 'Calories from fat' eliminated from the Nutrition Facts label?

• It was not scientifically accurate

• The type of fat consumed is more important than total fat intake

• It was confusing for consumers

• It was not required by the FDA.

For which nutrients are the Daily Values amounts that should not be exceeded?

• Fiber

• Sodium

• Vitamin D

• Calcium

Which nutrients are no longer required on the label because deficiencies are not common?

• A) Vitamin A and vitamin C

• B) Vitamin D and calcium

• C) Iron and potassium

• D) Sodium and fiber

The font size on labels is larger for: A) Ingredients B) Calories C) Brand name D) Expiry date.

• Ingredients

• Calories

• Brand name

• Expiry date

The number of calories and serving size declaration are in bold to emphasize their importance in ____. A) Marketing B) Public health C) Aesthetics D) Pricing.

• Marketing

• Public health

• Aesthetics

• Pricing

The font size is larger for calories, servings per container, and ____.

• Ingredients

• Serving size

• Brand name

• Expiry date

Fill in the blank: Foods in packages with a surface area for labeling of less than ___ square inches, such as breath mints, are exempt from certain labeling requirements.

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 20

Which of the following allergens must be declared on food labels?

• Crustacean shellfish

• Wheat

• Soy

• All of the above.

True or False: Gluten-free products are not subject to any labeling regulations.

• True

• False