Understanding Nutrition Labels: Unlocking The Secrets Of The Nutrition Facts Cross

The cross on nutrition facts represents the daily reference intake (% Daily Value, %DV) of a particular nutrient. Each %DV is based on a 2,000-calorie diet and indicates the percentage of the daily requirement for that nutrient provided by one serving of the food. Higher %DVs indicate more of that nutrient in a serving. The cross helps consumers make informed choices by providing a quick and easy visual reference for dietary guidelines.