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.
14 Alkaline Foods and Drinks for Optimal Health
Your body needs to be slightly alkaline for optimal health, with a pH between 7.35 and 7.45. Here are 14 alkaline-promoting foods to keep you healthy.
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.
Broccoli as a Medicine: Why You Should Be Growing Broccoli Sprouts
Broccoli contains compounds that protect against cancer, heart attacks, and more, but broccoli sprouts harness 900% more of these health-boosting compounds.
Daily Cup of Coffee can Save the Eyes, Preserve Vision
The chemical constituents of coffee can help prevent the deterioration of eyesight and possible blindness due to retinal damage.
How to Avoid Deceptive ‘Organic’ Food Labels
Are you being fooled by deceptive organic food labeling marketing techniques when it comes to the products you buy at the grocery store?
More than Oil: The Health Benefits of Olives
From heart protection to cancer prevention and allergy relief, many people don’t know all of the wonderful health benefits of olives.