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What is a critical aspect of consumer protection related to food products?
What is a critical aspect of consumer protection related to food products?
- Food product pricing
- Packaging design trends
- Brand marketing strategies
- Nutritional content disclosure (correct)
Which information is NOT typically provided to consumers in food product labeling?
Which information is NOT typically provided to consumers in food product labeling?
- Ingredients list
- Nutritional content
- Historical sales data (correct)
- Potential allergens
How does food product labeling contribute to public health?
How does food product labeling contribute to public health?
- By regulating food prices
- By informing about health myths
- By promoting celebrity endorsements
- By providing allergen information (correct)
Why is it important for consumers to know about nutritional content in food products?
Why is it important for consumers to know about nutritional content in food products?
Which of the following is an essential element displayed on food product labels for consumer awareness?
Which of the following is an essential element displayed on food product labels for consumer awareness?
What does the % Daily Value on a nutrition label indicate?
What does the % Daily Value on a nutrition label indicate?
Which of the following nutrient quantities is NOT typically included in the macronutrients section of a nutrition label?
Which of the following nutrient quantities is NOT typically included in the macronutrients section of a nutrition label?
How is a nutrient considered high according to the % Daily Value?
How is a nutrient considered high according to the % Daily Value?
What does a RENI of 30% for vitamins and minerals indicate?
What does a RENI of 30% for vitamins and minerals indicate?
Which information is generally NOT found at the top of a nutrition facts label?
Which information is generally NOT found at the top of a nutrition facts label?
In what units are micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals typically expressed on a nutrition label?
In what units are micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals typically expressed on a nutrition label?
What is the primary purpose of a nutrition facts label?
What is the primary purpose of a nutrition facts label?
Which statement about serving sizes on nutrition labels is correct?
Which statement about serving sizes on nutrition labels is correct?
What role do manufacturers have regarding the information on nutrition labels?
What role do manufacturers have regarding the information on nutrition labels?
What does a 5% Daily Value or less indicate about a nutrient in a serving?
What does a 5% Daily Value or less indicate about a nutrient in a serving?
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Study Notes
Nutrition Labels Overview
- Designed to help consumers make informed food selections.
- Provide nutrient content information relative to usual serving sizes.
Nutrition Facts Label Components
- Serving Information: Includes serving size and total servings per package.
- Calories: Shows calorie count per serving.
- Macronutrients: Lists Carbohydrates, Total Sugars, Dietary Fiber, Total Fat, Saturated and Trans Fats, Protein, and Cholesterol in grams or mg.
- Micronutrients: Details Sodium, Vitamins, and Minerals, expressed in mg, mcg, or IU, along with % Recommended Energy and Nutrient Intakes (RENI).
Recommended Energy Nutrient Intake (RENI)
- Calculated based on the 2015 Philippine Dietary Reference Intake.
- Targets 2590 calories for adults aged 19-29 years.
- High RENI for vitamins and minerals is set at 30%.
Daily Value (%DV)
- Developed by US FDA, indicates how much a nutrient contributes to daily intake.
- Based on a 2000-calorie diet for healthy adults.
- Nutrients with 5% DV or less are considered low.
- Nutrients with 20% DV or more are considered high.
Importance of Nutrition Labels
- Enable comparisons between similar foods to identify healthier options.
- Aid consumers with specific dietary needs or health conditions.
- Allow manufacturers to highlight healthy aspects of their products.
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