Anna Delany, Adapted from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Ever been bored at the breakfast table and started reading the cereal box? Among the cartoons, competitions and cheesy slogans, you may have discovered the nutrition facts panel – and then suppressed a yawn and quickly returned to the (slightly) less boring slogans.
But while it’s not the most interesting reading, the nutrition facts label does provide important information that’s worth at least a glance over before you eat your cereal – information that can help you lose weight and eat more healthily.
Did you know you can lose weight online, and access the CalorieKing.com University (12 weeks of practical information on all aspects of weight control)? Learn more
Read more:
The information in the main section of the label contains product-specific information such as serving size, calories, and nutrient information.
The bottom part of the label is the same on all food products. It contains a footnote with Daily Values (DVs) for 2000 and 2,500 calorie diets. This footnote provides recommended dietary information for important nutrients including fats, sodium, and fiber.
The coloring on the label below is added to show different information. You won't see it on a normal nutrition facts label.
 |
Lose weight online with CalorieKing.comDid you know that you can lose weight online using our powerful online diet diary, food database and enrolment into CalorieKing.com University? We've already helped thousands take control of their weight with the privacy and convenience of online weight loss, isn't it time you tried us too? |
Next: Start here - serving size
Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 | Next