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| Nutrition Facts |
Serving Size 1 (228g)
Server per container 2 |
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Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 Calories from Fat 110 |
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| % Daily Value* |
| Total Fat 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium 470mg | 20% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 5g | |
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| Vitamin A | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2% |
| Calcium | 20% |
| Iron | 4% |
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| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
| Calories | 2,000 | 2,500 |
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| Total Fat | Less than | 65g | 80g |
| Sat Fat | Less than | 20g | 25g |
| Cholesterol | Less than | 300mg | 300mg |
| Sodium | Less than | 2,400mg | 2,400mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300g | 375g |
| Dietary Fiber | 25g | 30g |
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Quick Guide to % Daily Value
5% or less is Low
20% or more is High |
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Nutrition Facts Label
The quickest way to find out whether your favorite packaged food or beverage fits into a healthy diet is to check ou the Nutrition Facts label. Calories, fat, carbohydrates, and other helpful nutrition information are spelled out on the label, along with important information about serving sizes. The current label is shown left. By 2006, trans fat information will be listed under saturated fat. The FDA is also considering revisions to the label to put more emphasis on calories.
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