Eating Well As You Get Older

Frequently Asked Questions

13. What does the Nutrition Facts label on packaged and canned foods tell me?

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The Nutrition Facts label on food packages and canned goods tells you how many calories and which nutrients the food provides. You can use it to help you keep track of how much fat, saturated fat, trans fat, sodium, cholesterol, sugars, and calories you are getting from different foods. (Answer continues on next page.)