Transcription of Chapter 1, Lesson 1: Nutrition Facts Labels - Health Advocate
1 Welcome to the Health Advocate Advanced Nutrition Workshop! Let s get started by discussing the Nutrition Facts Label, why it matters, and how to read : Advanced NutritionChapter 1, Lesson 1: Nutrition Facts LabelsNext Steps1. Read Nutrition Facts Label 2. Read Reading Food Labels 3. Track this week s intake online in theHealth Trackers section of the Wellnesswebsite (Optional) 2013 Health Advocate , Inc. HA-WM-1310035-1 FLYL abel-Free SnacksMany of the healthiest foods you can eat don t have food Labels on them. For example, fresh fruits and vegetables found in your grocery store s produce department do not generally have Labels unless they are packaged.
2 If you re feeling hungry, reach for a healthy, label-free snack, such as: An apple, banana, orange, or grapes Strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries Baby carrots, cherry tomatoes, or sugar snap peas intheir podsRememberThe Nutrition Facts Label can help you make healthier is the Nutrition Facts Label?A Nutrition Facts Label can tell you how many calories, carbohydrates, and sugars are in one serving of that food. It can also tell you how much fat, sodium, cholesterol, protein, and fiber is in one the Nutrition Facts Label Once you understand how to read Nutrition Facts Labels , you can use them as a guide to planning healthier meals and the Nutrition Facts Label These basic tips can help you understand the information on the Nutrition Facts Label and make smart choices about which foods to choose: Check the serving size and number of servingsin the package.
3 The Nutrition Facts Label onlyspecifies information for one serving. On Nutrition Facts Labels , the percent daily value(%DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie daily diet. Pay attention to the number of calories, caloriesfrom fat, and amounts of total fat, cholesterol, andsodium. Over the course of the day, be sure to staybelow the recommended %DV for these items. Aim to meet the %DV for fiber and beneficialnutrients, like potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C,calcium, and iron.
