Read Nutrition Labels For Better Health
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Read Nutrition Labels for Better Health
In the fast-paced world of food shopping, many rely on package claims like "healthy," "low carb," or "low fat" as their nutrition guide. But ignoring the detailed "Nutrition Facts" and ingredient lists can lead to consuming unwanted additives like sugars and trans fats. For instance, a chocolate peanut butter PowerBar Performance Bar contains 20 grams of sugar?"double that of a Krispy Kreme original glazed doughnut.
Reading labels is crucial, especially if you're following a controlled-carb diet. Nutritionist Colette Heimowitz from Atkins Health & Medical Information Services emphasizes that high-carb diets rich in added sugars can contribute to health issues. Therefore, examining labels on packaged foods is essential.
Check the serving size to ensure it matches your appetite as many products have smaller portions than expected. A smoothie might be labeled as two servings rather than one. Also, look for sufficient fats, fiber, and protein, which help keep you full.
It's equally important to know what products should avoid. While a package may claim "no trans fats," the ingredient list could reveal traces of hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils. Products with less than 1 gram of these oils aren’t required to list them in the Nutrition Facts, so check the ingredient list to ensure they're absent.
Avoiding added sugars is vital. Natural sugars from milk and fruit are acceptable, but processed sugars like sucrose or corn syrup should be avoided. Keep an eye on sugar alcohols, often used in low-carb products as sugar substitutes.
A controlled-carb approach means closely monitoring carb content. While Atkins products simplify this by eliminating added sugars and trans fats and providing a Net Atkins Count based on clinical testing, other products will require you to calculate. Subtract fiber, sugar alcohols, and glycerine from the total carbohydrate count to find the effective carbs impacting blood sugar.
In summary, reading nutrition labels empowers you to make healthier choices by understanding exactly what you’re consuming.
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