how do you calculate 'value' in your diet? [infographic]

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All statistics taken from the ILSI Food Value Analysis tool (www.FoodValueAnalysis.org)

HOW DO YOU CALCULATE “VALUE” IN YOUR DIET?

FRESH ISN’T ALWAYS BEST Fresh foods aren’t always more

nutritious than packaged alternatives

TIME IS MONEY

For many families, the cost of prep time is just as important as the sticker price

EXTENDING FRESHNESSAmericans throw out 26% of their grocery items,

so the expiration date has value

OR

The value of price, time, and nutrition can vary greatly between fresh and packaged foods. BOTTOM LINE, THOUGH: “VALUE” IN ANY FAMILY’S DIET IS A PERSONALIZED ASSESSMENT BASED ON PRIORITIES AND BUDGETS.

D.I.Y. STIR FRY

GOOD FOR 2-5 days

Calories: 122Protein: 3.5 g

Sodium: 220mg

Nutrition FactsCalories: 154

Protein: 3.1 g

Sodium: 453mg

Nutrition Facts

PACKAGED STIR FRY

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