Nutrition labels in Thailand are often in Thai only. Here is a quick reference guide to the most common nutritional terms, units, and food label words in Thai with their English equivalents.
"You are what you eat" is the important idea of living a healthy life. Before putting that snack or chocolate into your mouth, do you know how much fat and how many calories you're eating? Or does it contain MSG, preservatives, or trans fats?
Normally, this information is clearly stated on the nutrition label. However, here in Thailand, this information might only be available in Thai.
Key Takeaways
- Thai nutrition labels use the same nutrients as Western labels but the text is in Thai, so knowing the key terms helps you make informed choices.
- The label always lists total calories, fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, protein, carbohydrates, sugar, and sodium.
- Watch for words like ผงชูรส (MSG) and สารกันบูด (preservative) if you prefer to avoid these additives in your food.
- If you want to eat clean, Bangkok has good options for organic food and you can also get a health check-up in Bangkok to track how your diet is affecting your body.
- Understanding food labels is one simple step you can take to stay fit in Thailand alongside regular exercise.
