In this lab, you will be looking at food labels. Food labels provide important information about the nutrient content of packaged food. You will analyze a food label from your own kitchen and discuss whether the food item is a healthy choice. Try to find a food item you eat often to see whether or not this is a healthy choice.
Complete the following lab:
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By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
- Competency 2: Apply concepts of human biology to the social sciences.
- Estimate daily caloric need.
- Calculate percentage of daily calories of the food item.
- List serving size and calories in a serving, and calories from fats.
- List the sodium content, carbohydrates, sugar, protein, vitamins, and minerals found in the food item.
- Analyze the food item based on label.
- Analyze if packaging is misleading.