Consumer’s Guide to Food Labels & Nutrition Claims

Does a quick trip to the store leave you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by all of the claims and marketing campaigns that exist in the food industry? This digital guide was created to help consumers navigate the food labels and nutrition claims that they see on food products. It is intended to break down labels and claims so that consumers can better understand the meaning behind them!

In this guide you will learn about:

• Common food labels and nutrition claims

• Which labels and claims are regulated by a government agency

• Which government agencies and third party organizations regulate which labels and claims, and 

• The meaning behind common food label and nutrition claim logos

School Wellness Library

What is the School Wellness Library?

The School Wellness Library is intended for School Nutrition Directors, School Wellness Champions, School Nurses, School District Administrators, Parent Groups, Teachers, and others in the school or community who have a vested interest in making the school environment the healthiest it can be.

This Library was created to assist schools in implementing and enhancing wellness programs and initiatives.

Created by a public health Registered Dietitian with experience in child nutrition and school wellness programs, the Library combines research, best practices and personal experiences.

The School Wellness Library contains over 70 pages and it consists of 14 different resources:

• Healthy Fundraisers

• Healthy School Celebrations

• Starting a School Garden

• Operating a Nutritious Weekend Food Backpack Program or Food Pantry

• Timeline and Procedures for a Successful Taste Test

• Positive Health Messaging

• Enhancing Student Health & Wellness with Recess Before Lunch

• Hosting a Health and Wellness Night

• Policies to Support Student Health & Wellness

• Student Survey-Nutrition & Physical Activity

• 5 Healthy Breakfast Recipe Ideas

• 5 Healthy Lunch Recipe Ideas

• Utilizing Grants to Enhance Your Health & Wellness Programs

• Engaging Families in School Nutrition Programs