Food label basics
What part of the food label tells you how much you should eat at once?
Serving Size
What is sugar called when it’s added to foods during processing?
Added Sugar
If you eat double the serving size, what happens to the calories?
They double
Name a nutrient you want MORE of.
Fiber, protein, vitamins
Is fruit juice usually high or low in sugar?
high
What does “% Daily Value” show?
How much of each nutrient you get
Name one example of added sugar
High fructose corn syrup, cane sugar, honey, etc.
Why is serving size important?
Helps you know how much you're really eating
Name a nutrient you should LIMIT
Sugar, sodium, saturated fat
Are whole-grain foods usually healthier or not?
Healthier
Where can you find all ingredients used in a food?
Ingredient List
What does it mean if an ingredient is listed first?
It has the most in the food
What number tells you how much energy a food gives you?
Calories
What nutrient helps build strong muscles?
Protein
What food often has hidden sugar?
Yogurt, cereal, granola bars
What is the large bold number near the top of a food label?
Calories
What do long, hard-to-pronounce words in the ingredient list usually mean?
The food is processed
If a snack has 120 calories per serving and you eat 2 servings, how many calories did you eat?
240 calories
What nutrient helps with digestion and keeps you full?
Fiber
What clue shows a food is highly processed?
Long ingredient list
What section lists nutrients like fat, sodium, and fiber?
Nutrition Facts Panel
What ingredient ending often shows a sugar (hint: ends with “-ose”)?
fructose or glucose
What part of the label helps you compare two foods quickly?
Serving size + % Daily Value
What type of fat is considered the worst and should be avoided?
Trans fat
What clue shows a food is healthy?
Whole grain, high fiber, low sodium, no added sugars