For example, you can compare the amount of fat in a food to your own Daily Value target for fat. Some Daily Values change, some stay the same. Some Daily Values are based on the number of calories a person eats. These are the Daily Values for total fat, saturated fat, total carbohydrate, dietary fiber, and protein. Nutrition experts recommend a certain level of these nutrients in a healthful diet.
Some Daily Values stay the same regardless of the calorie level.
These are the Daily Values for cholesterol, sodium, potassium, vitamins, and minerals. Nutrition experts recommend a set amount of these nutrients in a healthful diet. The label shows Daily Values for daily diets of 2,000 and 2,500 calories. Your own Daily Values for these nutrients may be more than or less than those on the label. If you eat less than 2,000 calories, your Daily Values are less than the label numbers.