Froot Loops are not a smart choice

Posted by Caitlin on September 16th, 2009

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The new Smart Choices program places a green check mark label on packaged foods in order to indicate that the item is considered a "better for you" product. And yet many of the foods that have earned a green check mark are sugary cereals or heavily salted packaged meals. An unhealthy food can earn the label as long as nutrients are artificially added. The FDA is concerned that this new system will mislead consumers and discourage them from reading the nutrition label, and is considering the possibility of creating a standardized label for the front of packages.

If you are on a diet, or simply want to make an effort to choose healthy foods, do not be convinced by the sight of a Smart Choices label. If you are truly concerned about making smart choices at the grocery store, consider an online diet service. Many of the DIY diet services reviewed on NextAdvisor.com offer grocery list planning assistance. To learn more, see our reviews and comparison chart.

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