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.
Grapefruit Compound can Protect Kidneys, Prevent Cysts
A new study indicates a flavonoid in grapefruit could hold the key to preventing cysts associated with polycystic kidney disease.
Probiotics in This Food Could Help Treat Depression
Probiotics found in yogurt could help people experiencing depression. Usually, yogurt has been known for strengthening intestinal health, but now it may serve as a solution to depression, scientists say…
Parsley Health Benefits: Growing Your Own Medicine
Parsley health benefits range from promoting bone health to protecting the body against free radical damage. Excitingly, growing parsley is super easy!
4 Dangerous and Common Vitamin Fillers You Must Avoid
Despite the decline in health today, the supplement industry is a billion dollar a year business (topping in at $6 billion in 2008.) You would think that with so many…
Green Tea Naturally Promotes Graceful Aging, Health Independence
Looking for a real solution to age gracefully that doesn’t deal with synthetic chemicals sold at a premium price tag? Green tea seems to be the answer, with new research…
Mint Scent Boosts Cognition, Improves Problem Solving and Memory
Researchers found that the scent of peppermint can improve cognitive functions including reasoning, problem solving, attention span, and even memory.