Side Panel Savvy

The FDA requires certain nutritional information to be listed on all food products. Below, we have listed the definitions (as defined by the FDA) for each piece of a Nutrition Facts side panel. Hover your mouse over the side panel term you want to become savvy about. Combine this with your knowledge gained in our Learn About... section and you will be confident when making your personal dietary decisions.

Ingredients 
Serving Size 
Calories 
Calories from Fat 
% Daily Value 
Total Fat 
Saturated Fat 
Cholesterol 
Sodium 
Total Carbohydrate 
Dietary Fiber 
Sugars 
Protein 
Vitamins & Minerals 
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