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Understanding Food Labels for Health

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the primary purpose of a food label?

a)

To provide cooking instructions

b)

To list the nutritional content of the food

c)

To advertise the brand

d)

To suggest serving sizes

2.

Which nutrient on a food label is most closely associated with providing energy?

a)

Protein

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Vitamins

d)

Minerals

3.

What does the % Daily Value on a food label indicate?

a)

The percentage of the food that is organic

b)

The percentage of a nutrient in a serving of food compared to the daily recommended amount

c)

The percentage of calories from fat

d)

The percentage of the food that is made up of water

4.

Which of the following nutrients should you limit according to most food labels?

a)

Fiber

b)

Saturated fat

c)

Protein

d)

Vitamin C

5.

If a food label lists 250 calories per serving and there are 4 servings in the package, how many total calories are in the package?

a)

500 calories

b)

750 calories

c)

1000 calories

d)

1250 calories

6.

Which of the following is NOT typically found on a food label?

a)

Ingredients list

b)

Expiration date

c)

Cooking instructions

d)

Manufacturer's contact information

7.

What is the significance of the ingredient list on a food label?

a)

It shows the price of the food

b)

It lists the ingredients in order of nutritional value

c)

It lists the ingredients in descending order by weight

d)

It provides the origin of each ingredient

8.

Which nutrient is important for building and repairing tissues, and is often highlighted on food labels?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Protein

d)

Sugars

9.

How can the information on a food label help you make informed food choices?

a)

By showing you how to cook the food

b)

By providing nutritional information to compare with dietary needs

c)

By listing the price of the food

d)

By indicating the popularity of the food

10.

Which of the following is a common allergen that must be declared on food labels?

a)

Gluten

b)

Lactose

c)

Peanuts

d)

Caffeine