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.
Soda is No Longer America’s Favorite Beverage
Soda no longer tops the list of Americans’ favorite beverages; it has been replaced by bottled water.
New Study Finds GMO Corn Makes Rats Infertile
A new study released by Egyptian scientists found that rats fed a GMO diet suffer from infertility, among other health issues. Non-GMO corn doesn’t do that!
IQ Foods: Processed Food Lowers IQ in Children, Nutritious Food Raises It
Processed foods are the staple of far too many diets, particularly in the United States where 105 million people have either diabetes or prediabetes. These processed foods are filled with…
New Study Finds Garlic Heals 100% of Warts in 2 Weeks
Adding to the body of research outlining the health benefits of garlic, a study indicates garlic holds the power to eliminate warts and help heal corns.
FDA Database: 93% of Food Additives Aren’t Properly Studied
Why is the Food and Drug Administration allowing a staggering amount of additives to adulterate our food? Many of these additives cause health issues.
Tahini Shown to Promote Heart Health Significantly
Research has found that raw and unprocessed tahini could be a superior food-medicine for preventing heart disease and the risk factors associated with it.