1. Navigating the Nutrition Facts Label

2. Servings
Lists the number of servings in the entire food package as well as in a single serving size.
The nutrition information listed on the Nutrition Facts Label is based on one serving.
Serving size is based on the amount of food customarily eaten at one time.

3. Calories
Calorie = a unit of measurement used to define the amount of energy a food provides the body.

4. Fat
Fat = A macronutrient that provides energy, stores energy, and helps digest certain vitamins. 
There are 9 calories per gram of fat.
4 Types of fat:
Polyunsaturated fat
Monounsaturated fat
Saturated fat
Trans fat

5. Sodium Sodium = Refers to the mineral table salt, or sodium chloride.
It helps in the function of nerves, muscles, and fluid balance.

6. Carbohydrate
Carbohydrate = a macronutrient which supplies energy to support bodily functions and physical activity. 
Includes sugars, starches, celluloses, and gums.

7. Fiber
Fiber = The portion of plant-derived food that cannot be completely broken down by digestive enzymes.
Improves digestive health and lowers risk of many chronic diseases.

8. Sugar
Total Sugars = sum of naturally occurring sugars and added sugar.
Naturally Occurring Sugars = fructose in fruit or lactose in dairy products.
Added Sugars = Sugars added during food processing.

9. Protein
Protein = A macronutrient needed to maintain bone, muscle, and skin health.

10. Vitamins & Minerals
Section where vitamin and mineral contents of food are listed.
Required to list on label 
Vitamin D
Calcium
Iron
Potassium

11. % Daily Value
The percent of each nutrient provided in one serving of the food based on recommendations for a 2,000 calorie diet.