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.
GMO-Free Cheerios: Well-Played Marketing, General Mills
Earlier this month, cereal giant General Mills announced that its original Cheerios cereal would be GMO-free. A well played marketing move indeed.
Drinking 1 of These Every Day can Significantly Increase Cancer Risk
According to a Swedish study, simply drinking one of these each day increases a man’s risk of developing prostate cancer by 40 percent.
5 Reasons Monsanto Will Continue Losing Money in 2015
As GMO giant Monsanto loses profits, here are the 5 reasons 2015 could be the key year in Monsanto’s collapse.
4 Tips on Juicing Cannabis for Better Health
Did you know you can juice cannabis without getting ‘stoned’ and enjoy all the benefits that are inherent in this incredible plant? Here are some tips.
The Fiery Benefits of Hot Peppers and Capsaicin
Capsaicin in the active component in hot peppers. It has been found to aid in weight loss in multiple studies, act as a painkiller, and even fight cancer.
Study: To Ease Psoriasis, Try Eating a Mediterranean Diet
In a French study, eating a Mediterranean diet was associated with improved psoriasis symptoms, among other health benefits.