Understanding Food Labels and Portion Sizes

All of us have struggled to decipher the long list of ingredients and recommendations on our food labels. This course provides a deeper understanding of labeling standards and methods for estimating food portions essential for informed decision-making and healthy eating behaviors. You will learn the foundations of reading food labels (including supplement facts labels) as well as common obstacles faced when portioning food. With over 30 years as a leader in fitness and wellness education, the N

• Compare ingredient lists, daily values, and macronutrient content
• Differentiate serving size and portion size for meal preparation
• Read food and supplement labels for informed decisions
• Compare US, UK, and EU measuring and portion sizes