Low-carb? High-cal? Check the Label!
Health and Fitness Tip of the Day – January 23rd, 2009
The number of low-carbohydrate food products available in supermarkets keeps growing in response to consumer demand. If you’re purchasing low-carb products, keep in mind that low-carb doesn’t necessarily mean low-calorie.
First, remember that the term “low-carb” has not yet been defined by the Food and Drug Administration, leaving the definitions for now to food manufacturers. And just because a product is labeled low-carb does not mean it contains fewer calories. In fact, some “low-carb” products contain more fat and calories than products that aren’t marked low-carb.
Your best guide to what’s in your food is the Nutrition Facts Panel on the food label. Be a smart consumer and read the Nutrition Facts Panel before you purchase your foods.
Tip courtesy of the American Dietetic Association. www.EatRight.org
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