Nutrition and Diet: Food Ingredients, Labels, and More
Welcome to our nutrition and diet page, where you can learn about what you’re really eating. If you’re seeking guidance on meal planning, exploring dietary trends, or aiming to learn about nutrients in food so that you can make informed food choices, you are in the right place. We are always improving this page – so be sure to check back often.
80% of Americans Exposed to Fertility-Ruining Pesticides in Oat-Based Foods
A concerning discovery has been made regarding the presence of a chemical pesticide, chlormequat, in oat-based foods available in the U.S.
FDA: Children’s Applesauce PURPOSELY Contaminated with Heavy Metals
The FDA believes certain brands of children’s applesauce have been intentionally contaminated with heavy metals lead chromate.
Virus-Resistant GMO Pork Inches Closer to Human Consumption Amidst Consumer Uncertainty
Virus-resistant pork from genetically modified pigs could soon be served as your next meal. Are you ready for GMO bacon?
Zinc “Crucial” for Improving Blood Sugar Regulation for Diabetics
Good news for diabetics. A meta analysis suggests zinc supplementation plays a crucial role in enhancing blood sugar control.
100 Percent Orange Juice | Why it’s Still Artificial
Orange juice deemed “100% juice” is not really 100% juice, a report at Civil Eats shows. The yummy juice we love so much goes through a rather depressing process. The…
How to Use Coconut Oil for Perfect Hair and Skin
Used in India for hair treatment, coconut oil has been used for ages to thicken, clean, and soften hair – even while promoting hair growth.
Is Your Favorite Wine Tainted with Arsenic?
Recent lab results found out that among hundreds of wineries, vintages both old and young contain dangerous levels of arsenic.
A Poor Diet During Childhood may Increase Breast Cancer Risk
In a new study, researchers found that teen girls who consumed an “inflammatory diet” were considerably more likely to have breast cancer as adults.
As Predicted, FDA Will Not Require Labeling of GM Salmon
The FDA will not label genetically modified AquaAdvantage salmon, claiming that it is not “materially” different from other salmon. The FDA has still not decided whether or not to allow…
Kellogg’s Cereals: Double Dose of GMO Pesticides & Antibiotics
Kellogg’s has been making cereal since 1898. But now the company’s cereals are full of questionable genetically modified, pesticide-laden ingredients.