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How many energy calories does a 15-18 male need?
2750
How much fat does a 19+ male need?
70
What is the sugar limit for 11-14 females?
90
What does red mean on a food label?
The amount is high, it means stop
What does green mean on a food label?
Go! It’s good for you.
What is measured in grams (g) on food labels?
Fat, saturated fat, sugar, salt
What color is for medium amounts on a food label?
Amber (orange)
How many energy calories does a 19+ female need?
2000
What is the saturated fat limit for a 15-18 male?
35g
How many grams of salt should everyone have?
6g
What is another name for kilocalories?
calories
What system do food labels use to show nutrient levels?
Traffic-light system
What does Reference Intake (%) show?
How much of your daily limit
What does Reference Intake help you do?
Not go above the limit
What is the normal serving for breakfast cereal?
30g
What do food labels measure energy in?
Kilojoules (kJ) and kilocalories (kcal
