Food Label Meanings

FDA Nutrition Claim Definitions

(All are on a per Serving Basis)

Low Calorie 40 Calories or less

Light or Lite 1/3 fewer calories or, 50% less fat than the regular product

Fat-Free  Less than a gram of fat

Low-Fat 3 grams or less of fat

Reduced Fat 25% less fat than the regular product

Fewer or less Calories  At least 25% fewer calories than regular product