The first step in understanding food labels is to know what information is required by law. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), there are several mandatory components of a food label ...

UK consumers have yet to fully grasp even the basics of nutrition, and 93% find the information of food packaging too complicated to understand, according to a new “eat smart” survey of 1,000 food ...

McClatchy's Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. If you’ve flipped over a packaged food or beverage item in the grocery store, you’ve probably seen the ...

From the amount of calories and fat to protein and fibre, food labels contain a wealth of information. But do we understand them? WH investigates If you’ve ever found yourself mid supermarket shop ...

In one of the most rigorous studies ever conducted to determine how well people comprehend the information provided on food nutrition labels, researchers have found that the reading and math skills of ...

Are your “sugar-free” choices really helping you, or quietly sabotaging your goals? With over 43 names for artificial and low-calorie sweeteners on food labels, it’s easy to get confused. In this ...

Reading food labels might seem like a simple habit, but research shows it can significantly impact longevity. This practice helps individuals make informed dietary choices, manage portions effectively ...