As for other micronutrients, iron and calcium will remain on the label, while Vitamins A and C will become voluntary because deficiencies of those nutrients are now rare.
By adding these to the new nutrition label, public health advocates hope intakes will begin to rise. Unfortunately, many of us fall short on these nutrients. Addition of Vitamin D and Potassium: Vitamin D and potassium play important roles in bone health, blood pressure and decreasing the risk of developing chronic diseases.Removal of “Calories from Fat”: “Total Fat,” “Saturated Fat” and “Trans Fat” will remain on the label, but “Calories from Fat” will be cut, as research has largely shown that the types of fat have more impact than the amount.(By the way, if you’re looking to cut back on added sugar, check out these great tips to get started.) (See: Science Says Sugar is Bad for Weight Loss and The Surprising Benefits of Cutting Back on Sugar ) In a long overdue update, the new label lets consumers know how much sugar has been added to their packaged foods in addition to how much sugar these foods contain naturally. Addition of “Added Sugars”: It’s no secret that too much sugar is bad for us.Updated Information Based on the Latest Nutrition Science Any other vitamins and minerals are voluntary. Additionally, manufacturers must declare the actual amount, in addition to percent daily values of vitamin D, calcium, iron and potassium. “Calories,” “Serving size” and “Servings per container” will be more visible, in larger and bolder type. So what are the need-to-know highlights? We’re here to guide you through them. Most food manufacturers, including foreign manufacturers, will have until Jto comply with the changes smaller food manufacturers will have one more year. The new label features a long-awaited redesign to reflect new scientific findings, and it makes it easier for consumers to make better informed food choices. On May 20, 2016, the Food and Drug Administration finalized the new Nutrition Facts label, reflecting many significant changes for the first time since its inception in 1993. When it comes to reading the nutrition labels on our food, we’re all about the details.
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