From calories to sugar and everything in between, nutrition labels are full of information that can help you make healthier food choices. But only if you know what to look for.
Need a little guidance? We asked a dietitian for advice on deciphering nutrition labels.
It’s not just about calories.
Calories are the biggest and boldest number on a nutrition label. The number of calories tell you how much energy you’ll get from one serving, which is helpful for managing weight or energy intake.
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But it’s important to look beyond calories too. “There are better ways to improve or maintain your health than counting calories,” says Melissa Keeney, RDN, clinical nutrition manager at St. Vincent’s Medical Center.
In fact, focusing too much on calorie counting can actually be detrimental. Read more
