Understanding Food Labels: What You Need to Know

What does the serving size on a food label indicate?

• The number of calories in the entire package

• The amount of food the label's information is based on

• The recommended daily intake

• The total amount of food in the package

Why is it important to pay attention to serving size?

• To avoid thinking a food is healthier than it is

• To ensure you eat enough food

• To determine the cooking time

• To know the price of the food

What do calories on a food label represent?

• The amount of sugar in the food

• The amount of energy you get from one serving

• The weight of the food

• The number of vitamins in the food

Which of the following is a nutrient to limit?

• Calcium

• Vitamin D

• Dietary fiber

• Saturated fat

Why should you limit your intake of saturated fat and sodium?

• They can cause dehydration

• They can increase the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure

• They are not digestible

• They provide no energy

Which nutrient is important for bone health?

• Iron

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Vitamin D

What does % Daily Value (%DV) indicate?

• The expiration date of the food

• How much a nutrient in one serving contributes to your daily diet

• The amount of food in the package

• The price of the food

What %DV is considered high for beneficial nutrients like fiber?

• 20% or more

• 15% or more

• 10% or less

• 5% or less

Where is the ingredient list usually found on a food package?

• Next to the barcode

• On the bottom of the package

• Under the Nutrition Facts box

• On the front of the package

Why should you be cautious of ingredients like high-fructose corn syrup?

• They are not approved by health authorities

• They are expensive

• They are difficult to digest

• They are often high in sugar