09/10/2026
Reading food labels doesn’t have to be a chore.
For a quick glance, check these 3 things.
1. Check the serving size.
2. Read the ingredient list.
Order Matters:
Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight. The first three ingredients make up the vast majority of the product.
Keep the List Short:
If the list is longer than a few lines or contains multiple ingredients you can't pronounce, the food is highly processed
3. Check the added sugars and sodium.
Watch for Hidden Sugars:
Sugar goes by more than one name. Look out for hidden additives ending in "-ose" (like dextrose or maltose), as well as high fructose corn syrup, cane syrup, or barley malt.
Limit the Bad, Maximize the Good:
Try to keep saturated fats, sodium, and added sugars on the lower end.
Aim for higher amounts of dietary fiber, protein, Vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium.
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