The 10 Biggest Food Label Lies  Learn which popular nutrition
claims aren't as healthy as they sound.   By Jessica Girdwain
packaged chicken Back Next Getty Images  5. "Hormone-Free
Chicken"  What you think it means: Dinner is healthy and eco-
friendly.  What it really means: Not much. "Hormones aren't
approved for use in chicken or pork, so packages labeled
hormone-free are true, but the animals wouldn’t have been given
hormones!" notes registered dietitian Ilyse Schapiro, who
practices in the New York City area.  Instead: Buy organic,
suggests Schapiro. The downside? It's pricier and doesn’t mean
the animal was treated well. If you're concerned, head to your
local farmer's market and ask the farmer directly about the
animal's living conditions.  Restart Slideshow  Know Your
Nutrition