These labels, regulated by the federal government, have been designed to provide more complete, useful and accurate information than ever before. The government has determined what information must be on the label. Don't forget to compare the serving size with the actual amount you are eating. The percentages are based on a diet of 2000 Calories a day.
Food companies have the option to list other vitamins and minerals that are in the food.
Some values are recommended maximums for the day, while others are minimums. Many labels list Daily Values for 2000- and 2500 Calorie diets. If you have specific questions about ingredients, you should notify the manufacturer. Look for a toll-free number listed on many food packages. By terms low fat, reduced, and low-cholesterol now mean the same thing for all foods.