#1
What does the 'Best Before' date on a food label indicate?
The date until which the food will be at its best quality
ExplanationIndicates food quality until specified date
#2
Which nutrient is typically listed first on a nutrition label?
Calories
ExplanationPrimary energy content indicator
#3
What is the purpose of the 'Ingredients' list on a food label?
To list the ingredients in descending order of their weight in the product
ExplanationIngredient composition by weight
#4
What does the term 'Percent Daily Value' (%DV) represent on a nutrition label?
The percentage of the recommended daily intake of a nutrient provided by a serving of the food
ExplanationProportion of recommended nutrient intake
#5
Which of the following is NOT typically required to be listed on a food label?
Manufacturer's address
ExplanationExclusion of manufacturer location
#6
What does the term 'Added Sugars' mean on a nutrition label?
Sugars that are added during processing or preparation
ExplanationAdditional sugar content beyond natural sources
#7
What does the term 'DV' stand for on a nutrition label?
Daily Value
ExplanationRecommended daily intake reference
#8
What is the purpose of the 'Percent Daily Value' (%DV) on a nutrition label?
To indicate the recommended daily intake of each nutrient based on a 2000-calorie diet
ExplanationGuidance for nutrient consumption
#9
What does the term 'Nutrient Density' mean in relation to food?
The ratio of essential nutrients to the energy (calories) provided by a food
ExplanationNutritional value relative to calorie content
#10
Which organization regulates food labeling in the United States?
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
ExplanationGovernment agency overseeing labeling standards
#11
What does 'Low Fat' mean on a food label?
The food contains less than 30% of its calories from fat per serving
ExplanationFat content limitation per serving
#12
What does the term 'Trans Fat' indicate on a food label?
The food contains hydrogenated oils
ExplanationPresence of artificially processed fats
#13
What does the term 'GRAS' stand for in the context of food safety?
Generally Recognized as Safe
ExplanationWidely accepted safety designation
#14
What does the 'Organic' label on food products indicate?
The food is produced without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers
ExplanationPesticide and fertilizer-free production
#15
What is the purpose of the 'Allergen Information' section on a food label?
To list all the potential allergens present in the food product
ExplanationIdentification of allergenic ingredients
#16
What does the term 'USDA Organic' mean on a food label?
The food has been certified to contain at least 95% organic ingredients
ExplanationGovernment-certified organic product
#17
What does the term 'Free Range' mean on a food label?
The animals were allowed to roam freely in open pastures
ExplanationAnimal rearing environment description
#18
What does the term 'Gluten-Free' mean on a food label?
The food contains no gluten-containing ingredients
ExplanationAbsence of gluten protein