This makes it easier to compare foods. Serving sizes are based on amounts people actually eat. The new nutrient list on food labels covers those most important to your health. You may have seen this information on some old labels, but it is now required. A food company can voluntarily list other vitamins and minerals in the food.
Daily Values are the label reference values.
These numbers are set by the government and are based on current nutrition and health information. Many labels show Daily Values for a daily diet of 2,000 and 2,500 calories. Your own nutrient needs may be more than or less than the Daily Values on the label. It's important to adjust your own Daily Values to match your calorie level. The label tells the number of calories in a gram of fat, carbohydrate, and protein.