Food Labels Can Be Confusing

Do you know the difference between a food that is labeled "low calorie," "reduced calorie," or "dietetic"? "Low calorie" foods contain no more than 40 calories per serving. "Reduced calorie" foods must be one-third lower in calories than the non-reduced version of that same product. "Dietetic" foods are products that have at least one ingredient changed or restricted. They are not necessarily low in fat or calories.