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.
Kiss Your Grass-Fed Beef Goodbye! GMO Grass About to Be Approved
The maker of genetically modified RoundUp-Ready Kentucky Bluegrass will soon conduct field trials at the homes of employees. Will the grass soon take over?
Goji Berry Compound Could Treat 2 Deadly Tropical Diseases
A compound found in goji berries, called 7-keto-sempervirol, attacks the coating of the parasites that cause life-threatening schistosomiasis and fascioliasis, according to a Welsh study.
McDonald’s is Losing So Much Money it Stopped Telling Us How Much
McDonald’s has publicly declared an answer to losing money month after month: it will completely stop telling us just how much it is really losing.
The Nutritional Power of Eggs in Your Diet
While it is not common knowledge, eggs are a bountiful source of antioxidants and other essential nutrients. In fact the concept that eggs lead to heart disease due to a…
Ginger: Over 14 Bio-Active Compounds to Fight Numerous Diseases, Including Cancer
The spice ginger contains astonishing medicinal qualities due to over 14 bio-active compounds that have been shown to fight and prevent numerous diseases.
Apples Found to Reduce Oxidative Stress, Reduce Blood Pressure, Boost Heart Health
Apples can actually reduce oxidative stress while reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels, leading to a significant boost in heart health.