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                The Nutrition Facts Label

The Nutrition Facts Label

                        Social Media Toolkit on the Nutrition Facts Label
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          Serving Size on the Nutrition Facts Label
          Calories on the Nutrition Facts Label
          The Lows and Highs of Percent Daily Value on the Nutrition Facts Label
          Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label
          Folate and Folic Acid on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels
          Using the Nutrition Facts Label and MyPlate to Make Healthier Choices
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In 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated requirements for the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and drinks. FDA **required changes** to the Nutrition Facts label based on updated scientific information, new nutrition research, and input from the public. This was the first major update to the label in over 20 years. The label's refreshed design and updated information make it easier for you to make informed food choices that contribute to lifelong healthy eating habits.
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Number 1


Serving Sizes Get Real

Servings per container and serving size information appear in large, bold font. Serving sizes were also updated to better reflect the amount people typically eat and drink today. NOTE: The serving size is not a recommendation of how much to eat.

The nutrition information listed on the Nutrition Facts label is usually based on one serving of the food; however some containers may also have information displayed per package.
	One package of food may contain more than one serving.Learn more about serving sizes on the Nutrition Facts label.




Number 2


Calories Go Big

Calories are in large and bold font to make the information easier to find and use.

2,000 calories a day is used as a guide for general nutrition advice. Your calorie needs may be higher or lower depending on your age, sex, height, weight, and physical activity level.

Learn more about calories on the Nutrition Facts label.


Number 3


The Lows and Highs of % Daily Value

The percent Daily Value (%DV) shows how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a total daily diet. Most Daily Values for nutrients were updated. As a general guide:

**5% DV or less** of a nutrient per serving is considered **low**.
	**20% DV or more** of a nutrient per serving is considered **high**.The footnote at the bottom of the label was updated to better explain %DV.

Learn more about Daily Values on the Nutrition Facts label.


Number 4


Nutrients: The Updated List

**What information was no longer required on the label?**

**Calories from fat** was removed because research shows the type of fat consumed is more important than the amount.
	**Vitamin A and C** are no longer required on the label since deficiencies of these vitamins are rare today. These nutrients can be included on a voluntary basis.**What information was added to the label?**

**Added sugars** was added to the label because consuming too much added sugars can make it hard to meet nutrient needs while staying within calorie limits. Added sugars include sugars that are added during the processing of foods (such as sucrose or dextrose), foods packaged as sweeteners (such as table sugar), sugars from syrups and honey, and sugars from concentrated fruit or vegetable juices.
	**Vitamin D and potassium** were required to be listed on the label because Americans do not always get the recommended amounts. Diets higher in vitamin D and potassium can reduce the risk of osteoporosis and high blood pressure, respectively.**What vitamins and minerals stayed the same?**

**Calcium and iron** continue to be listed on the label because Americans do not always get the recommended amounts. Diets higher in calcium and iron can reduce the risk of osteoporosis and anemia, respectively.


Make the Label Work for You

Use the label to support your personal dietary needs—choose foods that contain more of the nutrients you want to get more of and less of nutrients you may want to limit.

More often, choose foods that are:

Higher in dietary fiber, vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium.
	Lower in saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars.Choosing healthier foods and beverages can help reduce the risk of developing some health conditions, such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and anemia.


Resources

Nutrition Facts Label and MyPlate
	Interactive Nutrition Facts Label
	Guide for Older Adults
	Read the Label - A Youth Outreach Resource
	Continuing Medical Education Videos
	Additional FDA Nutrition Education Resources and Materials
The Nutrition Facts Label: What's in it for you?


**www.fda.gov/NutritionFactsLabel**

The New Nutrition Facts Label

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                        Social Media Toolkit on the Nutrition Facts Label
          What’s on the Nutrition Facts Label
          Serving Size on the Nutrition Facts Label
          Calories on the Nutrition Facts Label
          The Lows and Highs of Percent Daily Value on the Nutrition Facts Label
          Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label
          Folate and Folic Acid on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels
          Using the Nutrition Facts Label and MyPlate to Make Healthier Choices
          Using the Nutrition Facts Label: For Older Adults
          How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label
          Read the Label Youth Outreach Materials
 
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