Label Basics
This is the first thing you should check because all the nutrition information is based on it.
What is the serving size
A % Daily Value of this amount is considered low?
What is.. 5%
On the Nutrition Facts label, look for this line to determine how much sugar has been added during processing.
What are.. added sugars?
What is one advantage to cooking with whole grains?
What is.. Forgiveness in overmixing, kitchen shortcuts, pairs well with richer sauces, elevates the flavor.
This tells you how many servings are inside the entire package.
What are.. servings per container
A % Daily Value of this amount or more is considered high.
What is.. 20%
This nutrient is important to watch on labels if you're trying to limit salt intake.
What.. is sodium.
How can you be sure that you are buying a whole grain at the store?
A. What is..Look for the word “whole”, look for the Whole Grain Stamp.
If a package contains 2 servings and you eat the whole package, you need to do this to the nutrient amounts.
What is.. double them
When comparing foods for fiber, you would generally choose the product with the [] %DV.
What is.. higher
What is one health benefit to eating more fiber?
What is.. aids digestion, fullness, weight management, balance blood sugar
What is.. Name one health benefit of eating more whole grains.
What is.. heart health (lower cholesterol and blood pressure) high in nutrients and fiber, weight management.
Is there anything on a food label that you find confusing or hard to understand?
Open ended
When comparing two cereals which % daily values would you look for to be higher and which would you want to be lower? Why?
Open ended.
What are some high-fiber foods you enjoy eating?
Open ended.
What whole-grain food would you be most willing to try or eat more often?