All foods in the grocery store must have a Nutrition Label on them, and ingredient list.
The Nutrition Label has “Nutrition Facts” at the top. This label will help you make good decisions about the foods you should purchase.
Serving Size- Your Serving Size should be the same as the one on the label. If you eat double the serving size listed on the label, you need to double the nutrient and calorie values.
Calories- The Calories that are listed are calories per serving.
Total Fat- Total Fat is also listed as per serving. A lot of people should cut back on their fat intake.
Saturated Fat- This is a type of fat that is a part of total fat in food. This is an important factor because it will raise your Blood Cholesterol and your risk of Heart Disease. PLEASE EAT LESS!
Cholesterol- Too much Cholesterol may lead to Heart Disease. Try your best to eat less than 300 mg. each day.
Sodium- Please keep your Sodium intake less than 2,000 to 3,000 mg. per day or less. Too much sodium may give you Hypertension.
Carbohydrates- Some Carbohydrates are in foods like breads, potatoes, fruits, and vegetables. Please eat these foods often they give you Nutrients and Energy.
Dietary Fiber- Fruits, vegetables, whole grain foods, beans and peas are all good sources of fiber and may reduce the risk of Heart Disease and Cancer.
Protein- Lots of people get more protein than they may need. Anywhere there is animal protein, there is also fat and cholesterol. Please eat small servings of lean meat, fish, and poultry. Use low fat milk, yogurt and cheese.
Vitamins and Minerals- Please get 100% of vitamins and minerals every day by eating a wider variety of foods with vitamins and minerals.
Daily Value- Daily Value is listed for people who eat 2,000-2,500 calories each day. If you eat more your daily value is higher than usual. If you eat less, your daily value is lower.
Please choose foods with low percent daily value for Fat, Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium.
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