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.
Shiitake Mushrooms – One of the Healthiest Fungi in the World
Used by the Chinese for over 6000 years, shiitake mushrooms are said to be an aphrodisiac that offers numerous health benefits. Here is why.
The 37 Cereals Loaded With Disease-Linked Mega Sugar
A new report has found that many popular cereals contain alarming amounts of sugar – even as much as 8 or even 10 teaspoons.
Omega-3 Fish Oil may Help People Recover from a Heart Attack
A new study suggests that heart attack patients who take high-dose fish oil supplements may suffer less permanent damage to their heart.
Oenophilia: Benefits and Risks of Your Love for Wine
If drank in moderation, did you know wine can be beneficial? When it comes down to it, health is important, but so are the simple enjoyments of life.
Sesame Seeds may Compete with Conventional Knee Arthritis Drug Treatments
A recent study indicates that something as simple as sesame seeds may outrank even pharmaceutical drugs for arthritis pain and symptoms.
5 Tips for a Healthful Thanksgiving Dinner
Using a handful of simple tips, you can indulge this Thanksgiving guilt-free. Here are 5 tips for a healthful, guilt-free Thanksgiving dinner.