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DIRECTIONS: Read the article "How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label" from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

Use the space below to list and explain the main components of the Nutrition Facts Label.

Article URL: https://www.fda.gov/food/new-nutrition-facts-label/how-understand-and-use-nutrition-facts-label



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The main components of a Nutrition Facts Label include Daily Value, Serving Size, Total Calories, and Ingredient List.


Explanation:

Main Components of Nutrition Facts Label:

  1. Daily Value (DV): Represents the recommended daily intake of a nutrient.
  2. Serving Size Information: Specifies the serving size and servings per container.
  3. Total Calories Per Serving: Indicates the number of calories in one serving.
  4. Ingredient List: Lists all the components of the product, from the most to the least present.

Examples:

If a Nutrition Facts label shows that a serving contains 30% of the DV for iron, it means that one serving provides 30% of the recommended daily iron intake. Understanding this information helps consumers make informed food choices.


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