Thursday, August 23, 2012

Meaty news: Look for labels on meats

By Melanie Polk, M.M.Sc., R.D., F.A.D.A.

Early in 2012, something changed in U.S. supermarkets. It may even have escaped your notice. It's small in size. But, it gives great power to people who eat meat — and also want to enjoy a more healthful diet.

It's the Nutrition Facts label now required on packages of chopped or ground meat and poultry.

Nutrition information must also be on — or posted near — 40 other popular cuts of meat, including chicken breasts, steaks and pork chops.

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