How do I interpret the food label if I need more — or less — than 2,000 calories per day?
Look at the calories per serving to get an idea of how the food fits into your needs for the day. Per serving, the healthiest foods are low in calories but rich in nutrients. For example, if you’re on a 1,600-calorie diet, a food with 400 calories per serving would gobble 25% of your daily calories. It may not be worth it. But if you’re an athlete trying to eat 3,000 calories a day, it might be a fine choice.
