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.
Tips on Avoiding Fake Olive Oil and Choosing the Most Pure
Did you know that many olive oils are fake or low quality? Here are some tips on avoiding fake olive oils and choosing only the most pure.
The Power of Leafy Greens – 5 Green Nutritional Heroes
Leafy greens are some of the most important super foods we can eat. Here are 5 green herbs or veggies that you must start consuming for better health.
Eat In-Season: 4 August-September Fruits and Vegetables
Eating in season is important. Here are some of the top late-summer August-September fruits and vegetables that you should include in your healthful, natural diet.
Is Honey any Better than Sugar?
Honey is one of the greatest natural foods in existence, though it is really a sugar when it comes down to it. Is it any better than table sugar?
5 Key Reasons to Include Hemp Seed in Your Daily Diet
Many experts call hemp one of the most nutritionally complete food sources in the world. Here are 5 health benefits of hemp seeds.
Health Benefits of Coconut Oil | From Prevention to Treatment
Shunned for many years because of its high saturated fat content, coconut oil’s reemergence as a health food has left some people scratching their heads. An increasing volume of recent…