What is the purpose of the Nutrition Facts panel on packaged foods, and what does the term 'added sugars' indicate?

• A. To advertise products; 'added sugars' are sugars added during processing, not naturally occurring sugars.
• B. To indicate freshness; 'added sugars' indicate sugar from milk.
• C. To help consumers compare nutrient content and manage intake; 'added sugars' are sugars added during processing, not naturally occurring sugars.
• D. To determine price; 'added sugars' indicate sugar content from fruit.

Answer: (C)