Why Canadians need a front-of-package nutrition symbol
In support of Health Canada’s Healthy Eating Strategy, this infographic describes why front-of-package (FOP) labelling can help Canadians make healthier and more informed food choices, particularly on sugars, sodium and saturated fat.
Resource Information
Date
February 1, 2018
Author
Health Canada
Type
Infographic
Setting
Cafeteria/Canteen, Grocery/Retail, Recreation Centre, School, Workplace
Age
Prenatal, Infant, Toddler (1-3), Children (4-11), Youth (12-17), Adults (18-64), Older Adults (65 and over)
Topic
Food, Nutrition & Menu Labelling
Language
English
Jurisdiction
National
Tags
chronic disease prevention, dietary intake, food environment, food labelling, nutrients, obesity, policy, processed foods, retail, sodium, sugar