Food labeling

Food labelling provides information on nutritional content, ingredients, and potential allergens in packaged food.
Consumers can use this information to maintain a balanced diet or meet specific dietary requirements.
Nutritional labels display the energy value in kilojoules (kJ) and kilocalories (kcal), and the amounts of fat, saturates, carbohydrate, sugars, protein, and salt in the product.
Traffic light labelling systems indicate the levels of specific nutrients: green represents low, amber medium, and red high levels.
Food labels also contain storage instructions, cooking guidelines, and expiration dates.
Understanding food labels allows consumers to make informed, health-conscious decisions about food intake.