# How to Read Labels

Published: 2012-12-07T09:06:33.006279-05:00
Canonical URL: https://www.getmealplans.com/blog/2012/12/07/how-read-labels/

Although we emphasize cooking from scratch on the [meal plans](http://getmealplans.com), sometimes life requires a little help and convenience. Whether you're buying bread, milk, crackers, condiments or something else, it's important to take a moment to scan the label. (Don't believe what you read on the front! That's marketing!)

![nutritional label](http://photos.happyherbivore.com/2012/06/stockfresh_1112169_nutritional-label_sizeXS.jpg)

This terrific video by Jeff Novick, MS RD, "[How to Read Labels](http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=yd9XnyNGXGs)" will teach you how to read labels, ensuring you make the best choice.

Put aside a few minutes and watch!

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