Adherence

Standard numerical nutrition labels are insufficient for accurate consumer assessment of nutrient levels, whereas the addition of interpretational aids (verbal descriptors and reference values) significantly improves the accuracy of product comparison and dietary context assessment.

When shopping, rely on labels that include simple verbal descriptors (like 'High' or 'Low' fat) and reference values (like Guideline Daily Amounts) rather than just raw numbers. These aids help you accurately compare products and understand how a single item fits into your daily diet, especially if you are older or have lower nutrition knowledge. Standard numerical-only labels are often too confusing for accurate decision-making.