nutrition label

[/nuːˈtrɪʃən ˈleɪbəl/]
nounpl: nutrition labels
rótulo nutricional
1. A standardized label on food packaging that displays nutritional information including calories, macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals per serving
Always check the nutrition label to see how much sodium is in your food.
Sempre verifique o rótulo nutricional para ver quanto sódio há em seu alimento.
2. Required informational panel on packaged foods that helps consumers make informed dietary choices
The nutrition label shows that this cereal contains 12 grams of sugar per serving.
O rótulo nutricional mostra que este cereal contém 12 gramas de açúcar por porção.
In Brazil, nutrition labels are regulated by ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária) and are mandatory on all packaged foods. In the United States, the FDA requires Nutrition Facts labels with specific formatting. Both countries emphasize consumer health literacy through these labels. The labels have become increasingly important due to rising awareness of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
food labelnutritional informationnutrient panelfood facts label

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rótulo nutricional
Most common and official term in Brazil
General Brazilian
informação nutricional
Alternative term used interchangeably
Rio de Janeiro
rótulo nutricional
Standard usage same as general Brazilian
São Paulo
rótulo nutricional
Standard usage same as general Brazilian
Portugal
rótulo de informação nutricional
More formal phrasing with 'de' and 'informação' instead of just 'nutricional'

Related Words

caloriemacronutrientserving sizeingredient listdaily valueallergenfood packaging

Related Idioms & Phrases

read the fine print (similar to checking nutrition labels carefully)
know what you're eating (understanding nutrition labels)
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