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How to read food labels
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Serving size can be confusing since there are often more than one per package
Saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol and sodium are first nutrients listed on labels
Eating too much fat could increase risks for heart disease, cancer and hypertension
Percentages on food labels are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
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