Reading the Label (eBook)

Are you overwhelmed by the fine print on food packages? This concise guide transforms confusion into confidence. You'll learn to see through marketing claims and focus on what truly matters: serving sizes, ingredient lists, added sugars, and nutrient density. With practical tips for decoding every section of the Nutrition Facts panel, you'll quickly spot hidden salt, unhealthy fats, and misleading health labels. This book includes a quick-reference glossary of over forty label terms, a printable shopping scorecard, and answers to the most common label questions. You'll gain a system for evaluating any product in under thirty seconds, from granola bars to frozen dinners. Whether you're managing a health condition, feeding picky eaters, or simply trying to eat more whole foods, this is the essential companion for every trip to the store. Part of The Sagewell Wellness Library.

About the author

Julian Mercer Sato writes for The Sagewell Wellness Library.