Nutrition
How to Read a Nutrition Label Without the Overwhelm
Nutrition labels can be confusing. A few key habits make them much easier to use.
Kavya Nair, RD January 30, 2025 5 min read
Labels give you useful information once you know where to look.
Start with these - Serving size — everything else is relative to it. - Ingredients list — shorter, recognizable lists are often a good sign. - Added sugars and sodium — worth keeping an eye on.
Labels are a tool, not a verdict. Context and overall pattern matter most.
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