Chapter 1, Problem 8RQ

Summary Introduction

To examine: Whether the statement “In general, % DV of 10 percent or more listed for nutrients in Nutrition Facts panels are considered 'low,’ and those listed as 50 percent or more are considered ‘high’” is true or false.

Introduction: Dietary value (DV mentioned the percentage of ingredients in the product). The Nutrition Facts panel must list the content of the substances and product they use, like different fats, (saturated and trans fat), level of cholesterol, sodium, total carbohydrates, fiber, sugars, protein, vitamin use, calcium level, and ratio of iron in a product. Additional nutrients should also be listed.