Part of the odd sizing is a pricing ploy. My guess is that the product actually was 16 ounces when it was released, but, in an effort to save money, they've adjusted packaging so the package is now 15.2 oz., but the price is the same as it was at 16 oz. Happens all the time.
Amy the Organic Gal --- In [email protected], "Ellen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Does anyone know what or who determines a serving size for packaged > food? I bought a drink that was 15.2 oz, and it says a serving size > is 8 oz, so there is ABOUT 2 servings per container. Why don't they > just make the bottle 16 oz and be done with it? What is the point of > not making the container an even number of servings? I've noticed > this with other packages and never understood it. I was thinking if > the USDA determined serving size and the company already had packaging > that didn't reflect the serving size then the company might not want > to change the packaging, but I'm guessing it's the company that > determines the serving size. So why would they choose a package size > that didn't reflect the serving size? I don't really want 2.5 > servings of food. That's theoretically too much for 2 meals and not > enough for three if I'm following the recommendations. I realize a > serving size is whatever the company thinks a normal person should > reasonably eat or drink in 1 meal, which is fine, if subjective, but > they should change the package size to reflect that, IMO. I realize > I've spent too much time thinking about this, so I'll get off my > soapbox now. I know, if this is my greatest concern in life then I've > got it pretty good, etc. etc. But I thought I would throw this out > there to see if anyone had any insight. Thanks. >
