Serving Per Container

Definition

Serving per container indicates the total number of servings found in an entire package of food. This helps consumers understand how many servings they are consuming when eating a portion of the package.

Scientific / Technical Definition

The 'Serving per Container' on nutrition labels specifies the total number of servings in the entire package or container. It is determined based on standardized serving sizes set by regulatory agencies, helping consumers calculate the amount of nutrients they consume relative to the stated serving size.

Benefits

• Helps consumers control portion sizes.
• Assists in better nutritional planning and intake.
• Facilitates accurate tracking of caloric and nutrient consumption.

Examples

• A box of cereal may state 'about 8 servings per container'.
• A bottle of soda may indicate '2.5 servings per container'.

Additional Information

• Importance: Understanding the serving per container is crucial for correctly interpreting other nutritional information on the label, such as calories and nutrients per serving.

Related Terms

• Serving Size
• Daily Value
• Calories
• Nutrition Facts Label

References

• Nutrition Labeling; Questions and Answers; A Guide For Restaurants and Retail Establishments
• Understanding and Using the Nutrition Facts Label