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UNDERSTANDING
NUTRITION LABELS ON
CAMPUS
Kelci McHugh
Darian Burks
MATCH THAT NUTRITION LABEL
Pumpkin
Bread
Starbuck-
Total
Calories?
a. 500
b. 410
c. 350
MATCH THAT NUTRITION
LABEL
French
Toast Egg
Sandwich-
Total
Sugar?
a. 53
b. 35
c. 27
MATCH THAT NUTRITION
LABEL
Patty Melt
Steak and
Shake-
Total Fat?
a. 40
b. 17
c. 64
WHY ARE WE HERE?
Demographics:
70.7% Adults Overweight or Obese
20.5 Million Students at College or
University
College Students have no
knowledge on nutrition labels
Students believe more information,
such as ingredients list, should be
given
WHY ARE WE HERE?
Goals:
1. Increase knowledge for college
students about how to properly read
and assess a nutrition label.
vs
IN CLASS ACTIVITY!
TAKE HOME MESSAGE
Making mindful decisions on campus can
improve health
increase energy throughout the day
better sleeping habits
improved focus in class
ultimately make people feel better
Practice!
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