Food Labels
(20 points)
For the calculations* below, all work and all units (calories per gram of carbohydrate, etc.) must be shown to get full credit.
Answers only will not give you credit.
1. Obtain a food container of your choice; write the exact name and description of the food below. (1 point)
2. Calculate the number of calories per serving from carbohydrate, fat and protein per serving. Show all work or no points will be given! (3 points)
3. Calculate the total number of calories per serving. Show all work. (2 points)
4. Calculate the total number of calories per container. Show work. (2 points)
5. Calculate the percentage of calories from carbohydrate, fat and protein per serving. Add up the total percentages (should = ~100%) Show all work. (7 points)
6. List any nutrient claims on your food label. (See specific definitions in C-2.) (1 point)
7. What is the definition of a health claim? (1 point)
8. List any health claims on your food label. (See specific definitions in C- 2.) (1 point)
9. What is the definition of a structure function claim? (1 point)
10. How must ingredients be listed on the food label? (1 point)
*For help with calculations, refer to Appendix C, Aids to Calculations &/or click on Sample Calculations on professor's website or Moodle.
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