Read a food label in 20 seconds
You don't need to study the whole label. For your heart, glance at four things — and check the serving size first, because everything's measured per serving.
- Saturated fat — lower is better. A few grams here and there is fine; double digits per serving adds up.
- Sodium — under ~140 mg per serving is low; several hundred is a lot, especially across a day.
- Sugar — the less added sugar, the better. Watch drinks and snacks.
- Fiber — here, more is better. A few grams means the food is working for you.
Want a shortcut? Use the Barcode Scanner in the store — scan a product and we'll read those numbers for you in plain language, then point you to a swap.
This helps you read labels — it isn't medical advice. Your doctor can tailor it to you.
This is education, not medical advice. Heart of the Block helps you learn and make everyday choices — it can’t diagnose, treat, or replace your doctor. Never start, stop, or change any medication based on what you see here. For anything about your health, talk to a licensed healthcare provider.
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