10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE FOOD INFORMATION REGULATIO

"A blog about social networking and web design." Health Tips For All, Entertainment, News 1. Nutrition labelling The most far -‐ reaching of the changes are those relating to nutrition labelling. 'Back of pack' nutrition labelling of pre – packed foods will be compulsory. The labelling of energy (in both kJ and kcal), fat, saturates, carbohydrates, sugars, protein and salt will all be mandatory; it will also be required to declare levels of any nutrients mentioned in claims. Certain other nutrients can be listed, but this is a defined and restricted list. Voluntary 'front of pack' information will continue for energy, fat, saturates, sugar and salt, along with GDAs (Guideline Daily Amounts) per portion, but the use of 'traffic light' schemes will be restricted. Mandatory nutrition informa tion labelling will not be required for products containing more than 1.2% alcohol by volume. Such information may be given volunt...