Know label-reading basics.

It’s important to know the three most important label features. First, look at the “calories per serving size.” Snack calories should be less than 200 and meal calories should fall between 400-600. Also, if you eat double the listed serving size, you need to double the calories. Second, look at the fiber. You want to choose products that are a good fiber source (they contain 2.5-5 grams per serving) and high-fiber source (contain more than 5 grams). Third, look at the unhealthy fats: saturated and trans fats. You want to limit your intake of saturated fats to 10% of you total calories. That means no more than 15 grams of saturated fat for someone on a 1,500 calorie diet. You also want to limit your intake of trans fats. Some new products have labels that say “trans fat free” to make it easier for consumers to identify products made without trans fats. Certainly, other label features may also be important depending on your particular health needs like diabetes, high cholesterol or hypertension. Feel free to email me with your specific health concerns and questions.




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