How does a product get a nutrition iQ tag?
Each product has gone through a rigorous selection process. Using FDA Nutrient Content Claims, Joslin Clinic, part of an academic medical center affiliated with Harvard Medical School, selected nutrition attributes for food categories, such as "low sodium" and "excellent source protein" to ensure that items with a nutrition iQ tag are, at a base level, better-for-you.
- High levels of sodium and saturated fat are connected with a significant number of chronic health conditions.
- High intakes of sodium are related to high blood pressure, as well as congestive heart failure and kidney disease.
- A high intake of saturated fat may increase the risk for heart disease and stroke.
- Excess sugar plays a significant role in the formation of dental cavities and is a contributing role in other health issues such as obesity.
- Sugar levels were limited in relevant categories because sugar does not provide any significant nutritional value, and contributes to "empty" calories in our daily diets.
qualifying criteria for nutrition iQ
Qualifying criteria for nutrition iQ
| Nutrient | Criteria | Items | Applies To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium - Better Level | Contains 480mg or less per serving | Individual and Main Dishes | All Tagged Items |
| Sodium - Better Level | Contains 600mg or less per serving | Main Dishes | Frozen Dinners and shelf stable dinners |
| Sodium - Low Level | Contains 140mg or less per serving | Individual and Main Dishes | Frozen Vegetables, Milk, Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Pickles, Canned Vegetables, etc. |
| Saturated Fat | Contains 1g or less saturated fat | Individual and Main Dishes | All Tagged Items (except Nuts) |
| Sugar | Added sugar will not exceed 25% of total calories | Individual and Main Dishes | Canned Fruit, Canned Vegetables, Cereals, Crackers, Milk, Pasta Sauce, Wholesome Snacks, Yogurt |
consult a physician
Please remember that nutritional and health services and health information cannot replace a health professional-patient relationship. You should always consult with a health professional for diagnosis and treatment of your specific health problem.
The criteria used in creating nutrition iQ® is based on current dietary recommendations
including the FDA Nutrient Content Claims, with the exception of the Whole Grain criteria.
For more information visit www.fda.gov. The program was developed in collaboration with
an independent panel of dietitians from Joslin Clinic, part of an academic medical center affiliated with Harvard Medical
School, based in Boston, MA. Joslin does not endorse any products or services. For more information,
visit www.joslin.org. The nurtrition iQ® criteria is subject to change anytime
without prior notice.
SUPERVALU INC. reserves the right to make additions, changes, or corrections to the nutrition iQ® Program without notice and disclaims any and all liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly as a result of any errors, omissions, or discrepancies.
To keep updated on these changes or for additional information, visit www.nutritioniq.com.
SUPERVALU INC. reserves the right to make additions, changes, or corrections to the nutrition iQ® Program without notice and disclaims any and all liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly as a result of any errors, omissions, or discrepancies.
To keep updated on these changes or for additional information, visit www.nutritioniq.com.
