Nutrition Facts Label Generator
Create professional, FDA-compliant nutrition labels for your food products, recipes, and meal planning. Generate accurate nutrition facts with our easy-to-use calculator.
Product Information
Nutrition Information (per serving)
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Nutrition Facts
1 cup (240g)
Servings Per Container 2
250
Calories
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g
15%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 30mg
10%
Sodium 470mg
20%
Total Carbohydrate 31g
11%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 5g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 5g
Vitamin D 2mcg
10%
Calcium 260mg
20%
Iron 1mg
6%
Potassium 235mg
5%
Understanding Nutrition Labels
FDA Compliance Requirements
- All packaged foods must display nutrition facts
- Labels must follow the new 2021 FDA format
- Serving sizes must reflect realistic portions
- Added sugars must be listed separately
- Vitamin D and potassium are now required
Key Components Explained
- Serving Size: Based on amounts people typically consume
- Calories: Energy provided per serving
- % Daily Value: Percentage of daily recommended intake
- Nutrients: Essential vitamins and minerals
- Added Sugars: Sugars added during processing
Health Guidelines
- 5% DV or less is considered low
- 20% DV or more is considered high
- Limit saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars
- Increase fiber, vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium
- Use labels to compare similar products
Business Applications
- Food manufacturers and processors
- Restaurant menu planning
- Meal prep and catering services
- Nutritional consulting
- Recipe development and testing
Nutritional Benchmarks
| Category | Low | Moderate | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (per serving) | Less than 200 | 200-400 | Over 400 |
| Protein (g) | Less than 10g | 10-20g | Over 20g |
| Total Fat (g) | Less than 10g | 10-20g | Over 20g |
| Sodium (mg) | Less than 300mg | 300-600mg | Over 600mg |
| Fiber (g) | Less than 3g | 3-5g | Over 5g |