Size Matters

SERVING SIZE .

This is by far the most important item to look at because all the data below is based on this specific amount of food.

DELISH DETAILS.

There are some federal guidelines, but a few food companies have very small portions listed as the serving size, much smaller than you would normally eat in a setting, so be aware. For instance, I don’t know about you but the last time I ate a single package of Ramen noodles, I didn’t think it was a dinner for two; but if you look at the nutrition facts panel, it shows, clear as day, 2 servings per package. Therefore, if you eat the entire package you have to times all of the numbers by 2 that follow, such as calories, fat, sodium, and vitamins. Get it? Got it? Good!

VITAMINS.

If you’re eating some whole foods in your diet, you’re not going to be missing a lot of those vitamins—especially if you’re eating a deliciously diverse menu.

Size Matters