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What are some tips for reading nutrition labels on food products?

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When reading nutrition labels on food products how much Carbohydrates is a healthy limit when on a low carbohydrate diet? Also the same question regarding protein, fat, sodium. I want foods high in protein and low in fat, sodium, calories, and carbohydrates. What is a good guidline for these requirements in the foods that I buy?

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gf45@pixius.net

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By law, food labels must be truthful. But manufactures can pick and choose which facts to highlight and spin. As a consumer, your best option is to disregard the claims on the front of the package because, while they may be true, it may not tell you the whole story.

Check out most popular food package claims used by food manufacturers—and what they really mean for you and your health.

Ask yourself, "Does this food company have my health in mind?" The more processed a food is, the less reliable the claims on its package become.

More on eating healthy and food labeling loopholes...

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