We explore why nutrition labels often miss the mark and how we can still use them to improve our diet. We discuss common label errors, rounding rules, and practical tips for interpreting carbs, protein, fiber, and sugars.

Topics include:
– Why calories, macros, and rounding can make labels seem inaccurate.
– How sugar alcohols and fiber affect carb counts and calorie totals.
– Simple ways to use labels effectively despite their built?in variability.

Referenced Articles
Phillips et al., 2018. Vitamin C variability in crops.
Nabot et al., 2025. Vitamin A variability in sweet potatoes.