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Nutrition labeling
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The U. S. Government mandates food labels on most packaged foods. The label offers complete, useful and accurate nutrition information. They encourage food manufacturers to improve the quality of their products and help the consumer make healthier food choices. They provide a consistent format to help you directly compare the nutritional content of various foods. Food labels have the title "Nutrition Facts."
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