Web source
U.S. Food and Drug Administration. “How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label.” FDA.gov. Updated 2024 Mar 5.
Why we cite it
The authoritative consumer-facing guide to the Nutrition Facts label. Provides the official FDA rules for interpreting label information, including the 5%/20% daily value thresholds and the distinction between nutrients to limit (saturated fat, sodium, added sugars) and nutrients to seek (fiber, vitamin D, calcium, iron, potassium).
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