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Understanding Food Labels
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Serving Size
The amount of food that is considered a single serving, which all the nutrition information on the label is based upon.
Calories
A measure of how much energy you get from a serving of this food.
Total Fat
Sum of saturated and unsaturated fats present in one serving of the food product.
Cholesterol
The amount of dietary cholesterol per serving, a fat-like substance found in all animal tissues.
Sodium
Indicates the amount of sodium per serving, an essential mineral for body functions but often overconsumed.
Total Carbohydrate
Includes all sugars, starches, and fibers found in one serving of the product.
Dietary Fiber
Refers to the indigestible part of plant foods that helps to keep the digestive system healthy.
Sugars
Provides the amount of sugars in one serving, including both added sugars and naturally occurring sugars.
Protein
The amount of protein in a single serving, an essential macronutrient needed for building tissue, cells, and muscle.
Vitamins and Minerals
Shows the percentage of the daily value of certain vitamins and minerals contained in one serving of the product.
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