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The Daily Value (DV) on nutrition labels tells you the percentage of each nutrient in a single serving, in terms of the daily recommended amount. It helps consumers understand the nutritional content of foods and make informed dietary choices.
The calculator uses the % DV formula:
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Explanation: This calculation shows what percentage of the recommended daily intake of a nutrient is provided by one serving of the food product.
Details: Calculating % DV helps consumers compare nutritional content between products, manage nutrient intake (especially for nutrients like sodium, saturated fat, and added sugars), and make healthier food choices according to dietary guidelines.
Tips: Enter the serving amount in grams and the daily value reference amount in grams. Both values must be positive numbers. The result shows the percentage of daily value that one serving provides.
Q1: What does 5% DV or less mean?
A: 5% DV or less is considered low for a nutrient. This is desirable for nutrients you want to limit, such as saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars.
Q2: What does 20% DV or more mean?
A: 20% DV or more is considered high for a nutrient. This is desirable for nutrients you want to consume more of, such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Q3: Are Daily Values the same for everyone?
A: No, Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet for adults and children 4 years and older. Individual needs may vary based on age, gender, activity level, and health status.
Q4: How are Daily Values determined?
A: Daily Values are reference amounts developed by the FDA based on the latest nutritional science and dietary recommendations for key nutrients.
Q5: Can % DV be more than 100%?
A: Yes, if one serving provides more than the recommended daily amount of a nutrient, the % DV will exceed 100%. This is common for some vitamins and minerals in fortified foods or supplements.