Can NuVal be used for special diets (such as low sodium, low fat, etc.)?
NuVal does not reflect special diets, such as low fat or low sodium, and customers looking for specific nutrient levels will still need to review the Nutrition Facts Panel (NFP). However, all the key nutrients that negatively or positively impact health are factored into the scoring process. For example, saturated and trans fat, which may impact the risk of heart disease, tend to lower a product’s score. Fiber, which has many positive health benefits, tends to raise a score. If you have a specific nutrient that you are focusing on, NuVal can still be of benefit. Find those foods that meet your criteria on that specific nutrient, and then choose the options with the highest NuVal score. In this way, you’ll meet your specific dietary needs and maximize your nutrition at the same time. Q: Are NuVal scores adjusted for “positive” additives such as probiotics? A: NuVal does not give consideration to non-nutrient food additives at this time, such as probiotics or plant sterols because these
