How Much Sodium Per Day Is Healthy?
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans advise adults to keep sodium under 2,300 milligrams a day, about the amount in one teaspoon of table salt.
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Net Carbs vs Total Carbs: What's the Difference?
Total carbs are all the carbohydrates in a food, including starch, sugars and fiber, and on US labels sugar alcohols too.
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What Are Ultra-Processed Foods? A Clear, No-Panic Guide
Ultra-processed foods are industrial products made mostly from substances extracted or refined from foods, often with additives such as flavorings, emulsifiers or colors that you wouldn't use in a home kitchen.
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What Is Added Sugar? How to Spot It and How Much Is Too Much
Added sugars are sugars and syrups put into foods during processing or preparation, or added at the table, such as table sugar, honey, syrups and fruit juice concentrates.
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What Is Portion Control? Easy Ways to Size Your Meals
Portion control means choosing how much of a food you eat so it matches your hunger, energy needs and goals.
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