Understanding food labels

Discover what food labels really mean and gain practical skills to help you make informed choices at the supermarket.

Ever wondered what all the information on food packaging really means?  

Join Accredited Practicing Dietitian Melissa D'Elia for a practical workshop on understanding food labels and making informed choices at the supermarket.  

Learn how to compare products, interpret nutrition panels and ingredient lists, understand common additives and health claims, and discover tools that can help you shop with confidence.

Through hands-on activities using real food products, you will gain practical skills and take home a handy reference guide for your next grocery shop. 

Suitable for ages 15 and up.
Free event.
Bookings Essential. 
 

A lady with brown hair holding a shopping basket in a supermarket. She's reading the back of a product.

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