WorksheetsUnderstanding Food Labels
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 11mins
How many servings are in this container?
2/3
8
4
230
What does the "Calories" section on a food label indicate?
The total number of calories in the entire package
The number of calories per serving
The number of calories from fat only
The number of calories from carbohydrates only
If a food label states that a serving size is 1 cup and the package contains 4 cups, how many servings are in the package?
1 serving
2 servings
4 servings
8 servings
Which of the following is NOT required to be listed on a Nutrition Facts label?
Total Fat
Vitamin D
Total Carbohydrates
Caffeine content
How is the % Daily Value (%DV) on a food label calculated?
Based on a 1,500-calorie diet
Based on a 2,000-calorie diet
Based on a 2,500-calorie diet
Based on a 3,000-calorie diet
If a food label states that a product contains 10g of protein per serving, how many grams of protein are in 3 servings?
10g
20g
30g
40g
Which of the following ingredients is most likely to be a source of trans fat?
Olive oil
Butter
Partially hydrogenated oil
Coconut oil
What does the term "reduced fat" mean on a food label?
The product has 25% less fat than the regular version
The product has no fat
The product has 50% less fat than the regular version
The product has 75% less fat than the regular version
Which of the following is a health claim that might be found on a food label?
"Low in sodium"
"May reduce the risk of heart disease"
"Contains 100 calories"
"Rich in flavor"
What is the primary purpose of the ingredient list on a food label?
To provide nutritional information
To list all ingredients in descending order by weight
To highlight the most important ingredients
To indicate the country of origin
If a food label states that a product is "sugar-free," what does this mean?
The product contains no sugar at all
The product contains less than 0.5g of sugar per serving
The product contains artificial sweeteners
The product contains natural sugars only
Which of the following nutrients is typically NOT included in the % Daily Value on a food label?
Protein
Total Fat
Sodium
Dietary Fiber
What does the term "organic" mean when used on a food label?
The product is free of all chemicals
The product is made with at least 95% organic ingredients
The product is made with 100% organic ingredients
The product is made with at least 50% organic ingredients
Which of the following is a requirement for a food label to claim "low sodium"?
The product contains less than 140mg of sodium per serving
The product contains no sodium
The product contains less than 240mg of sodium per serving
The product contains less than 100mg of sodium per serving
What does the term "light" or "lite" mean on a food label?
The product has no calories
The product has 50% fewer calories or 50% less fat than the regular version
The product has 25% fewer calories or 25% less fat than the regular version
The product has 75% fewer calories or 75% less fat than the regular version
Which of the following is NOT a regulated term by the FDA on food labels?
"Gluten-free"
"Natural"
"Organic"
"Low fat"
If a food label states that a product contains 200 calories per serving and there are 4 servings in the package, what is the total caloric content of the package?
200 calories
400 calories
600 calories
800 calories
Which of the following is an example of a nutrient content claim?
"May reduce the risk of osteoporosis"
"High in vitamin C"
"Supports immune health"
"Contains antioxidants"
What does the term "enriched" mean on a food label?
Nutrients have been added to replace those lost during processing
The product is made with whole grains
The product contains added sugars
The product is fortified with vitamins and minerals
Which of the following is a requirement for a food label to claim "high fiber"?
The product contains at least 2g of fiber per serving
The product contains at least 3g of fiber per serving
The product contains at least 5g of fiber per serving
The product contains at least 7g of fiber per serving
What does the term "fortified" mean on a food label?
The product is made with whole grains
Nutrients have been added that were not originally present
The product contains no artificial ingredients
The product is low in calories
