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.
Congress Bans FDA from Approving Genetically Modified ‘Franken’ Salmon
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a law that would effectively block the FDA from approving genetically modified ‘Franken’ salmon. The news came after the FDA declared that the…
Study: Eating more Plant Protein Offsets ‘Dangers of Eating Meat’
A new study suggests that those who consume animal proteins are at a higher risk for death than those who do not.
The Truth Behind The USDA’s ‘Non-GMO Label’ Revealed
The USDA’s Process Verified Seal made to indicate whether food contains genetically modified ingredients may not be what it seems.
9 Sneaky Additives to Avoid at Your Thanksgiving Dinner
Be sure to steer clear of these 9 sneaky, health-harming food additives when you are getting ready to prepare your Thanksgiving spread.
New Study: 43% of Consumers Rank ‘Non-GMO’ Food as ‘Very Important’
In a recently published Nielsen study of 30,000 consumers, 43 percent of respondents ranked ‘non-gmo’ as very important when it comes to food choices.
Study: Eating Too Much Fried Food May Shorten Your Lifespan
A study shows that consumption of fried foods increases the risk of early death from all causes and the risk of death from cardiovascular disease.