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.
Shocking: Fast Food Hamburgers Could be as Little as 2% ACTUAL Meat
According to a study published in the journal Annals of Diagnostic Pathology, some fast food hamburgers may contain as little as 2% actual meat.
Common Spice May Reduce Tumor Size by 56%
Ginger, a commonly consumed spice found in food products and beverages worldwide, has been found to exhibit many anticancer benefits. According to a new study out of Georgia State University,…
Is Starbucks’ Newly Offered Coconut Milk ‘Fake’?
Starbucks is now offering coconut milk as an additive for your daily coffee habit. But this coconut milk may not be so pure.
Wendy’s Shifts Tomato Source to Mexico, Sparking Boycott of Hamburger Titan
Wendy’s employees see company’s sift of tomato sourcing to Mexico as breach of food ethics, calls for company boycott.
96,000 Pounds of Mislabeled Kraft Hot-Dogs Recalled for Allergen Risks
Kraft has admitted to mislabeling some 96,000 pounds of hot dogs, posing a health risk for those who suffer from milk allergies.
Don’t Drink This if You Want to Avoid Diabetes
A new study shows that drinking a single sugary drink daily ups the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes – even in skinny individuals.