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.
Over 12 Health Benefits of Sesame Seeds and Sesame Oil
Once you learn of the health benefits of sesame seeds and sesame oil, you may just find yourself stocking up on this ancient condiment.
3 Simple Turmeric Uses for Skincare, Cuisine, and Disease Prevention
Turmeric is widely regarded by many cultures to be one of the most beneficial health substances known to mankind. According to Ayurveda, a traditional Indian medicine system that translates to…
10 No-Brainer Ways to Eat and BE Healthier Today
Instead of focusing on what you should NOT do to improve your health, here are 10 extremely simple ways to become more healthy today, with little effort.
The Research: Eat THIS to Lose Weight
Recent data suggests that Americans who consume more dietary protein are less likely to develop numerous ailments, including obesity and diabetes.
Which of Your Foods are Sprayed with Round Up Just 3 Days Before Harvest?
Monsanto’s Round Up ‘pre-harvest’ spraying guide has farmers spraying crops with toxic pesticides just three days prior to harvest. Here are the crops.
This Nationwide Fix Could Save 200,000 Lives Over 15 Years
A new study shows that if the government made fruits and veggies more affordable, it would drastically cut heart-related deaths in the U.S.