The shift towards packaged foods over the last 50 years has been monumental.
The shift towards packaged foods over the last 50 years has been monumental. With busier lifestyles and the convenience factors, more people are opting for ready-to-eat or easy-to prepare meals. It’s not to say all convenience foods are “bad”, however packaged foods can often contain hidden sugars, unhealthy fats, and excessive sodium levels, which can contribute to various health issues like obesity, diabetes and heart disease. Therefore, understanding a food label empowers individuals to make healthier choices for themselves and their families. By knowing the nutritional content of the foods consumed and packaged products, individuals can better manage health conditions such as high blood pressure diabetes and food allergies. It also can enable a person to avoid harmful additives and make informed decisions about portion sizes.