Better Well-Being

(OrganicJar) Here are the basics of deciphering food labels, consolidated into ten quick-reference tips. 1. Never believe the claims on the front of the box. What many think are health claims are actually just marketing pitches and advertisements. And government approved claims, like “low-fat” and “light,” often don’t tell you the whole story. These products may be high in fat as well as sugar, salt, and/or calories. “Light” ice cream, for example, may still pack in 4 to 5 grams of fat

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How To Read and Understand Food Labels