Comparing Food Labels AT HOME Assignment DAYS 2-3



Name: ______________________Block: ________Comparing Food Labels AT HOME Assignment DAYS 2-3Using 2 of your 3 labels, create a bar graph to illustrate the 8 categories of nutritional information FOR EACH PRODUCT, SIDE-BY-SIDE. You have 2 options for how to create the graph. Choose 1.You can draw your graph on paper and send me a clear picture of it.If you draw it, be clear in color and labeling.Label all columns with the total number at the top of the column.Label the x AND y-axes (x=the bottom side, y=the vertical side) with the category and unit You will need to use a ruler and have a key for the products. I must be able to read it to grade it.You can use Excel to create the bar graph for you.Label all columns with the totals. Label the x AND y-axes (x=the bottom side, y=the vertical side) with the category and unit No matter which option you choose:Scale must be accurate and consistent to account for all numbers in your graph. Make sure you include all of the important nutrient information (Total Calories, Total Fat, Sodium, Cholesterol, Total Carbohydrates, Sugar, Fiber, and Protein) in your chart, including amounts. Answer the following questionsWhich is the healthier product and why?Explain why you would or would not recommend eating each product.Explain if the following groups of people can eat your products, and explain why or why not.VeganVegetarianDiabeticsCeliac/Gluten FreeWhat are two things you learned about reading food labels?Why would you need to read food labels?If someone has a health concern, why should he/she read food labels? Give a specific example.From now on, when you look at labels, what two things will you be paying attention to? Why?1019201336091 ................
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