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Artigo Científico Acesso aberto Análise dos rótulos de chocolates diet de acordo com as legislações específicas e a compreensão dos consumidores sobre alimentos diet e light, informação nutricional, porção e medida caseira(2018) Antunes, Ana Paula FarriasObjective: To verify that the labeling of diet chocolate bars is in accordance with the specific legislation in force and to ascertain how consumers understand the labels of foods. Methods: In this cross - sectional study, a data collection instrument was used to analyze compliance with legislation on the labeling of diet chocolates available for sale at 2 supermarkets in the city of Tubarão, Santa Catarina (SC) - Brazil. We also interviewed 100 adults to verify their understanding of diet and light foods, nutritional information, portion and home measure. The data were obtained from a semi-structured questionnaire, composed of 11 questions. Results: Of the 20 chocolates analyzed, 11 presented some inadequacy in relation to the items of Ordinance No. 29/98 and Resolution 359/03. Of the 100 interviewees, 71% used to read the nutritional labeling of foods, the search for healthy eating being the main motivation and caloric value the most evaluated information. Only 4% responded adequately to what is a diet food, 27% correctly answered what is a light food, and 25% knew what portion and home measure. Conclusions: The labels presented some irregularities in relation to the current legislation, therefore, it is necessary to carry out a greater supervision of the responsible bodies. Most consumers were in the habit of reading the labels of foods consumed, but they presented some confusion in the distinction between a diet and light food, portion and home measure. It is proposed to instrumentalize the consumer so that he himself can exercise vigilance over what he buys and consumes.