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FDA Calorie Counts Questioned Amid Protein Bar Lawsuit

3/22/2026

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The Food and Drug Administration requires calorie counts on nutrition labels, but accuracy is questionable.
A lawsuit claims the protein bar brand David contains nearly double the calories listed.
Nutrition experts say calorie absorption varies by person.
The FDA allows a 20% discrepancy in calorie counts.
Lindsay Moyer, registered dietitian, advises consumers to compare products and beware plant-based counts.

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Story summary

The Food and Drug Administration requires calorie counts on nutrition labels, but accuracy is questionable.
A lawsuit claims the protein bar brand David contains nearly double the calories listed.
Nutrition experts say calorie absorption varies by person.
The FDA allows a 20% discrepancy in calorie counts.
Lindsay Moyer, registered dietitian, advises consumers to compare products and beware plant-based counts.