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Frequently Asked Questions
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Karla Wallace, R.D.
UTHCT Dietitian
- What is a "low fat" food and what is a "fat free" food?
- What makes a food "low calorie" and is that the same as "reduced calorie"?
- How much fat am I allowed to consume per day and what is the normal number of calories that an adult needs every day?
- What are good lean sources of protein and how many grams of protein should I have per day?
- What is a "qualified health claim" on a food label and what are some examples of FDA-approved food claims?
- What is a "Percent Daily Value" on a food label?
- Please give some pointers on reading the "Nutrition Facts" portion of the food label?
- What foods are required to list nutrition facts?
- What nutrients are listed on food labels?
- Are restaurants required to provide nutritional information about their menu choices?
- What is the typical serving size of meat? Bread? Fruit? Vegetable?