Food Labels: To Read or Not to Read? That is the Question

Have you ever taken the time to read the nutrition labels on items in the grocery store?

I’m sure we have all seen the common labels Made with whole grains; Omega 3; Made with real fruit; Zero trans fat; Free range eggs; and even Tastes like medicine!

You probably already know that fruits and vegetables are a healthy choice for your diet. But what about the “packaged junk food fortified with vitamin and fiber powder that screams for attention?” They can all be misleading if you are not aware of what they really mean.

It can be frustrating to want to buy something you really crave to eat, the label says its good for you, but then it turns out to not be so healthy after all. It’s time to expose some misconceptions about food products before putting those desired items into your grocery cart.

Do you know what they really mean? Take a closer look.