Walk down any grocery store aisle and you will see it. Words like healthy, natural, low-fat, fit, organic. It all sounds reassuring, like someone has already done the hard work for you. But here’s the ...

How to read food labels: The first 3 ingredients tell you where the product’s weight really comes from. They are listed from highest to lowest in quantity, and give you a clear picture of what the ...

Dr. Saurabh Sethi advises focusing on ingredient lists over front-pack claims like "low-fat." Short, simple lists with whole foods, minimal sugars, and balanced protein, fiber, and fat help control ...

The front of a food package is designed to sell you comfort. Natural. Low-fat. Keto. It looks reassuring, sounds healthy and often isn’t. What actually determines how a food affects your blood sugar, ...

You shouldn’t need a degree in chemistry to buy granola, but food companies are betting you won’t read past the buzzwords on the front of the packaging. Marketing words like natural, light and immune ...