Reading Nutrition Labels

Reading Nutrition Labels

Grade 8 · Health · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can compare two nutrition labels to determine which food is a healthier option.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

The Food Label and You: Game Show Review (Are You Smarter Than A Food Label?) (Historical PSA)

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Food A has 200 calories and 5% DV of saturated fat per serving. Food B has 300 calories and 15% DV of saturated fat per serving. If you are trying to limit your saturated fat intake and calorie intake, which food is the healthier choice? Explain your reasoning. Food C has 10% DV of fiber and 30% DV of sugar per serving. Food D has 25% DV of fiber and 10% DV of sugar per serving. If you are trying to increase your fiber intake and limit your sugar intake, which food is the healthier choice? Explain your reasoning.

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