1. Watch a PRESENTATION to learn about about each section of the Nutrition Facts label. Start to recognize which nutrients to eat more and less of.
2. Do an ACTIVITY to test your knowledge of Nutrition Facts labels.
3. APPLY those ideas by comparing the nutrients and calories from one food to another.
Nutrition Education Resources and Materials. FDA website with information on the new label and educational resources: https://www.fda.gov/nutritioneducation
Nutrition Fact Label: Look for it and Use it! Great video to remind yourself in less than 3 minutes of how to use the label: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlyUY5s7aDI
A guide to identifying added sugars. This is a helpful list form MyPlate.gov that will help you avoid added sugars when scanning ingredient lists. https://www.choosemyplate.gov/what-are-added-sugars
Mayo Clinic: Dietary Fiber. This article from the Mayo Clinic explains the benefits of a high fiber diet and includes tips for fitting in more fiber. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/fiber/art-20043983