That food looks healthy, but have you read the label? - Why you should start reading food labels

The World Health Organisation (WHO) describes front-of-pack labelling as supplementary nutrition information intended to help consumers understand the nutritional properties of food and make informed purchasing decisions.

As Ghana considers stronger front-of-pack warning labelling, developing the habit of reading food labels can help consumers better understand what they are buying, rather than relying only on the product's name, appearance or advertising claims.

Consumers should look beyond the front of the pack and check ingredients, serving size, nutrition information and dates.