Understanding Food Labels

What does the serving information on a nutrition label indicate?

• Calories per container

• Types of vitamins included

• Total nutrients per package

• Size of a single serving and total servings

Why is it important to know the number of servings you consume?

• To calculate the total calories consumed

• To understand the flavor of the food

• To determine the color of the packaging

• To know the cooking time

What should you ideally choose if you want to consume less of a nutrient?

• Foods with a daily value of 20% or more

• Foods with no nutritional information

• Foods with a daily value of 5% or less

• Foods that are high in calories

Which nutrients are emphasized for a balanced diet on the new nutrition label?

• Only vitamins

• Only proteins

• Dietary fiber, proteins, vitamins, and minerals

• Only carbohydrates

What factors influence how many calories you should consume daily?

• The brand of food

• The weather and season

• Your age, gender, and activity level

• Your mood and time of day