Nutrition Facts label

The Nutrition Facts label (pronounced: /njuːˈtrɪʃən fækts leɪbəl/) is a label required on most packaged food in many countries, providing information about the food's nutritional content.

Etymology

The term "Nutrition Facts label" is derived from the English words "nutrition" (from Latin nutritio, meaning 'nourishment') and "facts" (from Latin factum, meaning 'thing done'), and "label" (from Old French label, meaning 'ribbon or strip').

Description

The Nutrition Facts label provides detailed information about a food's nutrient content, such as the amount of fat, sugar, sodium and fiber it has. In some countries, the label also includes information about recommended dietary intake.

Related terms

Calorie: A unit of energy. In nutrition, calories refer to the energy people get from the food and drink they consume, and the energy they use in physical activity.
Dietary fiber: Also known as roughage or bulk, dietary fiber is the part of plant-based foods (grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and beans) that the body can't break down.
Sodium: A mineral that's essential for life. It's regulated by the kidneys and helps control the body's fluid balance.
Fat: A type of nutrient. You need some fat in your diet but not too much. Fats give you energy and help your body absorb vitamins.
Sugar: The generic name for sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food.

External links

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