It’ll help you determine if a packaged food is healthy in less than 30 seconds.
Confused about what to look for on food labels?
You’re not alone.
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In the past, the common starting places were often calories and total fat.
Surprisingly, the responses tended to be one of two things.
Keep reading to find out what those are and how to use them to simplify your next shopping trip.
The Ingredient List
The overwhelming response isn’t a number, but rather the ingredient list.
Other than steering clear of unrecognizable ingredients, what else are dietitians looking for in that list?
But this is also because fiber content is often a good indicator of a food’s quality.
She adds that this is especially true for carbohydrate-based foods.
What Else Should You Look for on a Nutrition Label?
“Priorities for label reading really depend on health concerns,” says Bridget Swinney, M.S., RD.
Also, a key element on that label to remember is serving size.
However, there’s no right or wrong way to read food labels.
Don’t be afraid to focus on those elements that address your personal health concerns and goals.
She received a 2017 James Beard Journalism award.
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