How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label | FDA
Learn how to understand and use the Nutrition Facts Label to make informed food choices that contribute to a healthy diet.
The Nutrition Facts Label | FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This tool provides a detailed look at all the information listed on the Nutrition Facts label, helpful tips for a healthy diet, and downloadable fact sheets to keep and share.
Nutrition, Food Labeling, and Critical Foods | FDA
What's new in food labeling and nutrition, including label claims, nutrition labeling for restaurants, and links to industry guidance.
What’s on the Nutrition Facts Label | FDA
In 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated requirements for the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and drinks.
a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories day is used for general nutrition advice.
The nutrition information listed on the Nutrition Facts label is usually based on one serving of the food. Packages can—and often do— contain more than one serving!
Read the Label Youth Outreach Materials | FDA
Read the Label includes lots of tips and challenges created especially for you! These printable activities help you learn more about servings, calories, and nutrients.
Organic on Food Labels | FDA
Food products that are ordinarily under the FDA's jurisdiction and labeled with organic claims must comply with both USDA NOP regulations for the organic claim and FDA regulations for …
The Lows and Highs of Percent Daily Value on the Label
The percent Daily Value (%DV) shows how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a total daily diet. The %DV can help you determine if a serving of food is high or low in a nutrient.
Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label | FDA
The Nutrition Facts label can help you compare and choose foods that are lower in added sugars. Check the label to see if foods are LOW or HIGH in added sugars.