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jake

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Identify characteristics of the Daily Values used on food labels, and explain their appropriate uses.

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According to the U.S. Census figures from 2009, what percentage of the population in the United States is of Native American heritage?
 a. 1
 b. 16
  c. 2
 d. 10
  e. 6



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To help consumers evaluate the information found on labels, the FDA created a set of nutrient standards called the Daily Values specifically for use on food labels. The Daily Values do two things: they set adequacy standards for nutrients that are desirable in the diet such as protein, vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they set moderation standards for other nutrients that must be limited, such as fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium. The  Daily Value column on a label provides a ballpark estimate of how individual foods contribute to the total diet. It compares key nutrients in a serving of food with the daily goals of a person consuming 2000 kcalories. Although the Daily Values are based on a 2000-kcalorie diet, people's actual energy intakes vary widely; some people need fewer kcalories, and some people need many more. This makes the Daily Values most useful for comparing one food with another and less useful as nutrient intake targets for individuals. By examining a food's general nutrient profile, however, a person can determine whether the food contributes a little or a lot of a nutrient, whether it contributes more or less than another food, and how well it fits into the consumer's overall diet.

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