The FDA has found an unexpected way to make Americans slimmer: just change the labeling of goods
American comedian Brian Regan once said: “I think a scoop of ice cream is when you hear the spoon drop to the bottom of the container,” writes CBS New York.
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Indeed, food packaging in the United States usually indicates the composition and nutritional value of one serving, not the entire contents, which can lead to overeating.
If you're one of those people who also looks at the tiny portions listed on food packages and wonders how to figure out how many calories and nutrients you got by eating more or less, there's good news.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will change this in 2020.
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The FDA intends to change the labels on food so that consumers can know exactly what is in the whole box, bag or other type of packaging for their favorite foods.
Beginning in January 2020, the agency recommends food labeling with two columns—one for nutritional information per serving and one that states how much of those nutrients are in the entire package.
Potato chip brands such as Lay's have already switched to new labels.
The FDA hopes the new dual label will help people make healthier choices—without having to count the number of calories and servings you just ate.
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