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.
FDA Approves GMO Apples & Potatoes, Likely No Labeling
The FDA has approved genetically modified varieties of apples and potatoes with likely no labeling, saying that the foods are perfectly safe.
Kraft, Kellogg’s, Coca-Cola and Dozens more Continue to Lose Money
The public is losing trust in Big Food manufacturers like Kellogg’s and Kraft. Earnings are falling, and dozens of Big Food companies’ stocks are down.
Genetically Engineered Rice Pushed Through by Bill Gates & Monsanto
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has approved $20 million in new monies toward the development of “golden rice” — an untested, highly controversial GE (genetically engineered) crop that threatens…
Eating 10 Portions of This Food a Week Reduces Cancer Risk ‘Significantly’
Recent research found that men who ate over 10 portions of tomatoes and tomato products had an 18 percent reduced risk of developing prostate cancer.
Health Benefits of Honey – Natural Antibiotic, Antifungal, and Antiseptic
Honey has long been among the top superfoods used to treat countless health conditions and boost overall health. Similar to how the benefits of apple cider vinegar range far and…
Monsanto Latte? Consumers Tell Starbucks to go Organic and Drop ‘GMO-Milk’
Green America as well as consumers are telling mega-coffee supplier Starbucks to serve only organic milk from cows fed non-GMO feed.