食品营养标签新变化 “饱和脂肪”和“糖”须明确标注

Core Viewpoint - The National Health Commission has announced a new national standard for food safety, which mandates the inclusion of "saturated fat" and "sugar" content on pre-packaged food nutrition labels starting from March 16, 2027 [1][4]. Group 1: Changes in Nutrition Labels - The new nutrition label format will change from "1+4" to "1+6", incorporating mandatory labeling of "saturated fat (or saturated fatty acids)" and "sugar" [4][6]. - The standard encourages companies to implement these changes before the official date of March 16, 2027 [4]. Group 2: Health Risks Associated with Nutrients - High intake of saturated fat is a major cause of elevated blood cholesterol and triglycerides, leading to a higher risk of coronary heart disease [5]. - Excessive sugar consumption can lead to dental cavities, accelerate skin aging, and increase the risk of diabetes, gout, heart disease, kidney stones, and various cancers [5]. Group 3: Understanding Nutrition Labels - The nutrition label will indicate the percentage of daily nutrient reference values (NRV) for each nutrient, allowing consumers to understand their daily intake better [6]. - Mandatory nutrients include energy, protein, fat, carbohydrates, and sodium, while vitamins and minerals can be voluntarily labeled [6].