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Reading Nutrition Facts Labels

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Updated February 20, 2009

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Nutrition Facts - Suggested Daily Requirements

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The bottom portion of the Nutrition Facts food label may not be present on smaller items. But it is a good reminder of your general needs based on a 2,000 or 2,500 calorie per day diet. If you're not sure how many calories you need per day, use this calorie calculator.

Now that you know what information is available on the Nutrition Facts labels, make sure you use this information to your advantage by choosing foods that fit into your healthful diet. Want to test yourself? Take the Nutrition Facts Label Quiz.

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