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.
6 GMO Loaded Brands You Should Avoid Buying
Do you want to know which companies to totally avoid because they use or support GMOs? Here are 6 huge conglomerates aiming to ruin your right to know.
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.
BPA Exposure During Pregnancy Found to Make Young Girls Hyperactive, Depressed
A new study has found that pregnant women exposed to high levels of the estrogen-mimicking health destroyer bisphenol A (BPA) can lead to female offspring becoming depressed, hyperactive, and anxious…
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.
Beans Consumption Helps Reduce Blood Pressure, Heart Disease Risk
Eating a cup of legumes a day can lower blood pressure in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, thereby reducing their risk of heart disease, according to new research published in…
Antioxidants Vitamin C, Beta-Carotene may be Key in Brain Protection
Research found that those with Alzheimer’s have significantly lower levels of antioxidants vitamin C and beta carotene, suggesting to increase the levels.