Discover the attributes
Metro can help you identify products that suit your needs, whatever they are!
Agave NectarAncient GrainsBrown Rice SyrupCaffeine-FreeCoconut SugarFair TradeFat-FreeGluten-FreeHalalHigh in ProteinHoneyKetoKosherLactose-FreeLow in CholesterolLow FODMAPMapleMonk FruitNaturalNo Artificial ColoursNo Artificial FlavoursNo Artificial NitratesNo Palm OilNo PreservativesNo Sugar AddedNo TartrazineNon-GMOOrganicPaleoPescatarianPlant-BasedSodium-FreeSource of CalciumGood Source of CalciumExcellent Source of CalciumSource of FibreHigh Source of FibreVery High Source of FibreSource of IronGood Source of IronExcellent Source of IronSource of Vitamin CGood Source of Vitamin CVery High Source of Vitamin CUnsweetenedVeganVegetarianWhole Grains
Agave Nectar
This label identifies products that only use agave nectar as a sweetener and are free from all other sugar and sweetener ingredients.
Ancient Grains
This label identifies products containing ancient grains in their ingredients. Ancient grains are grains that have been planted and harvested for thousands of years. Some common ancient grains include amaranth, barley, buckwheat, farro, kamut, purple corn, quinoa, spelt, sorghum, teff and wild rice.
Brown Rice Syrup
This label identifies products that only use brown rice syrup as a sweetener and are free from all other sugar and sweetener ingredients.
Caffeine-Free
This label indicates that the products contain neither caffeine (added or natural) nor theobromine (or its derivatives).
Coconut Sugar
This label identifies products that only use coconut sugar as a sweetener and are free from all other sugar and sweetener ingredients.
Fair Trade
Fair trade is a trading partnership, based on dialogue, transparency, and respect, which seeks greater equity in international trade. It contributes to sustainable development by offering better trading conditions for, and securing the rights of, marginalized producers and workers, especially in the Global South. In short, fair trade allows producers to live decently and promotes an economy based on economic, social, cultural, and environmental rights.
The fair trade attribute indicates products that are certified fair trade.
Metro recognizes the following certifications:
- Ecocert Fair for Life
- Biopartenaire / Organic Fair Trade
- Fair Trade Certified
- Naturland Fair
- Food Alliance
- 4C association
Fat-Free
Fats provide energy and help keep you full for long periods. Products with the fat free label contain less than 0.5 grams of fat per reference amount and serving size.
Gluten-Free
Products with this label do not contain gluten. Gluten is a type of protein that is found in certain grains such as barley, oats, rye, triticale and wheat (including couscous, bulgur, spelt and kamut). People diagnosed with celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder, should avoid eating foods containing gluten.
Metro recognizes the following gluten-free logos:
- Gluten-Free Certification Program (GFCP)
- Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO)
- Gluten-Free Metro
- Certification AFDIAG
Halal
Products with this label comply with the Halal requirements.
Honey
This label identifies products that only use honey as a sweetener and are free from all other sugar and sweetener ingredients.
High in Protein
Products with this label have a protein rating of 20 or more per reasonable daily intake, or per 30 g combined with 125 mL of milk if the food is a breakfast cereal. The recommended daily amount of protein for adults is 0.8 g for each kilogram of bodyweight.
Keto
The ketogenic (or keto) diet was originally developed to help reduce the frequency of seizures in children with epilepsy. It involves drastically reducing your intake of high-carbohydrate foods, like grains, and replacing them with high-fat foods. The keto label indicates that these products contain less than 6 g of net carbohydrates per serving. Net carbohydrates represent the total amount of carbohydrates minus fibre.
Discover
Kosher
Products with this label comply with the spiritual prescriptions necessary to be certified Kosher.
Lactose-Free
Products with this label do not contain lactose. Lactose is the main sugar found naturally in milk and other dairy products. People with lactose intolerance aren’t able to easily digest lactose.
Discover
Low in Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a type of fat produced by the liver. Products with this label contain 20 mg or less of cholesterol per reference amount and serving size and, if the reference amount is 30 g or 30 mL or less, per 50 g. The product must also be low in saturated fat (i.e., combined amount of saturated and trans fatty acids per reference amount and serving size is 2 g or less and the food provides no more than 15% energy from the sum of saturated and trans fatty acids).
Low FODMAP
FODMAP is an acronym for certain types of carbohydrates found naturally in foods.
F = Fermentable (quickly fermented by intestinal bacteria)
O = Oligosaccharides (fructans and galacto-oligosaccharides, or GOS)
D = Disaccharides (lactose)
M = Monosaccharides (fructose)
And
P = Polyols (sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, and maltitol)
The low FODMAP diet was designed to reduce the symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Products with the low FODMAP label are suitable for those looking to eat products low in FODMAPs.
Discover
Maple
This label identifies products that use only maple sweeteners and are free from all other sugar and sweetener ingredients.
Monk Fruit
This label identifies products that only use monk fruit sweeteners and are free from all other sugar and sweetener ingredients.
Natural
Products with this label contain no artificial colour ingredient, artificial flavour or preservatives.
No Artificial Colours
Products with this label don’t contain any artificial colour ingredients.
No Artificial Flavours
Products with this label don’t contain any artificial flavour.
No Artificial Nitrates
Products with this label do not contain artificial nitrate or nitrite ingredients, though they may contain ingredients that have naturally occurring nitrites or nitrates, like celery extract.
Nitrates and nitrites are used as preservatives, especially in cold cuts, bacon, and ham.
No Palm Oil
Products with this label don’t contain added palm oil and palm fat ingredients. Palm oil is used widely in our food system and can be found in many processed food products including margarines, cookies, chips and crackers. Excessive intake of saturated fats has been shown to increase blood cholesterol levels.
No Preservatives
This label indicates that the products don't contain any preservative.
No Sugar Added
Products with this label don’t contain added sugars and ingredients with added sugars. However, they may contain naturally occurring sugars (e.g. unsweetened apple sauce).
No Tartrazine
Products with this label do not contain tartrazine. This synthetic yellow-orange dye has been associated with adverse reactions among consumers who are sensitive to it.
Non-GMO
Products with this label are Non-GMO Project Verified and compliant with the Non-GMO Project standard. Genetically modified organisms, also known as GMOs, are organisms (like plants, animals) whose genetic material (DNA) has been changed to give new characteristics that would not occur naturally. GMOs can have their genetic material changed for 3 reasons: to introduce a desirable characteristic (making crops resistant against certain plant diseases), to remove an undesirable characteristic (for example, to prevent browning in apples) or to enhance a desirable characteristic that occurs naturally.
Organic
Products with this attribute contain at least 95% organic content and must be certified under the Canada Organic Regime. Products that are classified as organic meet strict limits and prohibitions on the use of GMOs, synthetic chemical fertilizers, and chemical pesticides used for eliminating unwanted animals, insects, and plants. Organic farmers must comply with rigorous standards to ensure the health and well-being of animals.
Discover
Paleo
Products with this label are suitable for the paleo diet: they don't contain any cereals, legumes, dairy products, refined oils, alcohol, additives, preservatives, artificial colouring ingredients or artificial flavours. They are often low in processed ingredients and carbohydrates, and high in proteins and fats.
Discover
Pescatarian
Vegetarians who also eat fish and seafood are called pescatarians or pesco-vegetarians. The pescatarian label identifies products that do not contain meat and poultry or ingredients made from meat and poultry. Fish, seafood, eggs, dairy and bee products are permitted in these products.
Plant-Based
Products with the plant-based label include those that can be part of a plant-based diet and do not contain meat, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs, dairy or any other animal derived ingredients. The plant-based diet is made up of mostly plant foods, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes (lentils, dried beans and peas), nuts and seeds.
Discover
Sodium-Free
Products with this label contain less than 5 mg of sodium per reference amount and serving size. Too much sodium can impact health in several ways.
Most of the sodium we consume comes from processed foods.
Source of Calcium
A serving of this product provides at least 5% or more of your recommended daily amount of calcium.
Good Source of Calcium
A serving of this product provides at least 15% or more of your recommended daily amount of calcium.
Excellent Source of Calcium
A serving of this product provides at least 25% or more of your recommended daily amount of calcium.
Source of Fibre
Products with this label contain at least 2 grams of fibre per reference amount and serving size. Daily fibre requirements for adults range from 21 g to 38 g depending on your age and gender.
High Source of Fibre
Products with this label contain at least 4 grams of fibre per reference amount and serving size. Daily fibre requirements for adults range from 21 g to 38 g depending on your age and gender.
Very High Source of Fibre
Products with this label contain at least 6 grams of fibre per reference amount and serving size. Daily fibre requirements for adults range from 21 g to 38 g depending on your age and gender.
Source of Iron
A serving of this product provides at least 5% or more of your recommended daily amount of iron.
Good Source of Iron
A serving of this product provides at least 15% or more of your recommended daily amount of iron.
Excellent Source of Iron
A serving of this product provides at least 25% or more of your recommended daily amount of iron.
Source of Vitamin C
A serving of this product provides at least 5% or more of your recommended daily amount of vitamin C.
Good Source of Vitamin C
A serving of this product provides at least 30% or more of your recommended daily amount of vitamin C.
Very High Source of Vitamin C
A serving of this product provides at least 50% or more of your recommended daily amount of vitamin C.
Unsweetened
This label identifies products that are free from all sweetening ingredients. These products do not contain artificial sweeteners (e.g. aspartame, Splenda), natural sweeteners (e.g. agave), sugar ingredients and sugar alcohols (e.g. sorbitol). However, they may contain naturally occurring sugars (e.g. unsweetened apple sauce).
Vegan
The vegan diet excludes all animal products. The vegan label identifies products that are free from meat, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs, dairy, honey, or any other animal derived ingredients (for example, gelatin).
Metro recognizes the following vegan certifications:
- Certified Vegan
- Vegecert
- Vegan Society
- Vegan Metro
Tracking methods
How to find My Health My Choices products?
Find the green labels
Scan the bar code of a product
My Health, My Choices
Shop according to your dietary restrictions, lifestyle and preferences.
Metro's My Health, My Choices program was designed to guide your food choices according to your dietary needs. The program is not an exact science and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. We therefore encourage you to consult a health care professional before starting any diet or dietary plan and to always read the complete list of ingredients to make an informed decision. Attributes are assigned based on the information obtained from a product’s packaging, nutrition table, ingredients list, received from the manufacturer and other relevant sources of information, including current market certifications. The attributes are provided solely as a reference to help you easily find the products while you are shopping. These labels should not be regarded as a sufficient basis for making health-related decisions. You must independently determine whether the product has the characteristics you are looking for. Choosing to rely on any product attribute remains the sole responsibility of the customer.
This program was developed in collaboration with SPINS and Metro’s nutrition consultants which enables Metro to use the SPINS Product Intelligence to display the different attributes associated with the products.
Product attributes may change over time. We update them on a routine basis and within a reasonable time frame. A product may have an attribute that is no longer applicable. You can confirm a product’s attributes by reading the information on the packaging or checking with the manufacturer, either by visiting their website or by contacting them directly. We also invite you to read the Conditions of Use available on our website metro.ca.