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Percent Daily Value Reading Sheet

Read the nutrient before judging the number

Fifteen minutes to begin one household decision; actual task time variesFree · Two-page fillable PDF

Companion to Use Percent Daily Value Without Turning It Into a Child's Score.

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Hypothetical example: An adult and child compare a named nutrient on matching serving sizes without scoring either person's food intake.

01Keep the number attached to its nutrient

Choose one label and locate the named nutrient and serving.

02Use the general guide as a guide

Apply the FDA general low-or-high reference accurately.

03Compare on a common basis

Compare a second product only on a supported common basis.

04Leave a usable observation instead of a verdict

Record the narrow observation and any need for individual guidance.

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