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.
Vegetarian Protein: 55+ Awesome Protein Sources for Vegetarian
For vegans and vegetarians, some health risks get overlooked – such as protein deficiency signs. Here are 55+ protein sources for vegetarians.
Could Dieting Increase Desire for High-Calorie Foods? Why Dieting Fails
There are countless reasons why diets fail—because so many are trends not based in real health science, we make excuses for unhealthy habits, and more. But a recent study found…
Grapefruit Molecule may Lower Bad Cholesterol, Treat Diabetes
A little bitter with a little sweet, in the form of a nano-complex dietary supplement taken before meals, can result in a substantial reduction of fat and sugar absorption in…
4 Toxic Foods/Beverages Damaging Unborn Babies
There are many other toxic foods and beverages that have been shown to have damaging effects on unborn babies. Here are a few foods to avoid while pregnant.
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.
Cactus Water Versus Coconut Water: What You Need to Know
Looking for a health-boosting beverage? Coconut water has been trending for years now, but there is a new healthful beverage on the rise – cactus water.