FSG Labels Defined

Food Scan Genius Labels & Definitions

Food Scan Genius Labels & Definitions

Food Scan Genius uses standardized labels and scores to help you understand food products beyond marketing claims. Each label focuses on one specific dimension such as nutrition, processing, allergens, dietary preferences, safety, or sustainability.

Click any label to expand a clear, neutral explanation. Labels are designed to be used together. No single label defines whether a food is “good” or “bad”.

Nutrition & Environmental Scores

Nutri-Score

Nutri-Score is a front-of-pack nutritional rating system that scores foods from A (higher nutritional quality) to E (lower nutritional quality). It balances positive nutrients such as fiber, protein, and fruit/vegetable content against sugars, saturated fat, salt, and calories to help compare similar products.

NOVA Food Processing Groups

The NOVA classification groups foods into four categories based on the degree of industrial processing, ranging from unprocessed foods to ultra-processed products. Population studies associate high intake of ultra-processed foods with increased health risks.

Eco-Score

Eco-Score rates the environmental impact of food products from A (lower impact) to E (higher impact). It considers climate emissions, resource use, farming practices, transport, and packaging.

Allergen Sensitivity Labels

Peanut Sensitivity

Indicates the presence or potential presence of peanut-derived ingredients, which can trigger allergic or sensitivity reactions.

Tree Nut Sensitivity

Flags ingredients derived from tree nuts such as almonds, walnuts, cashews, or pistachios.

Milk Sensitivity

Indicates the presence of milk or milk-derived ingredients such as lactose, whey, or casein.

Egg Sensitivity

Highlights ingredients derived from eggs, which may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Fish Sensitivity

Indicates the presence of fish or fish-derived ingredients.

Crustacean Sensitivity

Flags ingredients derived from crustaceans such as shrimp, crab, or lobster.

Sesame Sensitivity

Indicates the presence of sesame seeds or sesame-derived ingredients.

Gluten Sensitivity

Flags gluten-containing grains such as wheat, barley, or rye.

Celery Sensitivity

Indicates the presence of celery or celery-derived ingredients.

Mustard Sensitivity

Flags mustard seeds or mustard-derived ingredients.

Lupin Sensitivity

Indicates the presence of lupin flour or lupin-derived ingredients.

Sulphite Sensitivity

Flags sulphites used as preservatives that may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

Sugar Sensitivity

Highlights high added sugar content for those limiting sugar intake.

Dietary Preference Labels

Vegan

Contains no animal-derived ingredients including meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-based additives.

Vegetarian

Excludes meat and fish but may include dairy or eggs.

Pescatarian

Includes fish but excludes meat from land animals.

No Red Meat

Excludes beef, pork, lamb, and other red meats.

Keto Friendly

Low in carbohydrates and sugars, aligning with ketogenic dietary patterns.

Low FODMAP

Low in fermentable carbohydrates that may trigger digestive discomfort.

Religious & Cultural Diet Labels

Halal

Aligned with Islamic dietary guidelines regarding ingredients and preparation.

Kosher

Prepared according to Jewish dietary laws.

Hindu

Generally avoids beef and certain animal-derived ingredients.

Jain

Excludes animal products and root vegetables.

Buddhist

Typically plant-based, with regional and sect-based variations.

Food Safety & Quality Labels

GMO

Indicates the presence of genetically modified ingredients.

Non-GMO

Indicates the absence of genetically modified ingredients.

Hormones

Flags the use of growth hormones in production.

Carcinogenic Risk

Highlights ingredients linked to cancer risk in scientific assessments.

Artificial Additives

Indicates the presence of synthetic colors, flavors, or preservatives.

Organic

Produced under certified organic farming standards.

Product Recalls

Indicates whether a product has been involved in safety recalls.

Food Safety Alerts

Flags active regulatory or safety notices related to the product.

Sustainability & Ethical Labels

Recycled Materials

Packaging includes recycled components.

Sustainable Packaging

Packaging designed to reduce environmental impact.

Animal Welfare

Reflects animal treatment standards in sourcing and production.

Plant-Based Positioning

Emphasizes plant-derived ingredients and formulations.

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