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.
Big: New York Inches Closer to a Mandatory GM Labeling Bill
A GMO labeling bill requiring mandatory labeling of food made with genetically modified organisms recently moved forward in New York.
Chipotle Removes GMOs from Food in Unprecedented Move
One of the nation’s largest restaurant chains, Chipotle Mexican Grill has stated that it has successfully phased out GMOs from its food.
Artificial Sweetener Use Among Kids Rose 200% in Less than 15 Years
Low-calorie sweetener use among children rose 200% from 1999-2012, leaving health experts concerned about the potential long-term health effects.
Another Win! Kellogg’s and Mars to Label GMOs Nationwide
To comply with Vermont’s GMO labeling initiative, Kellogg’s and Mars have announced that they will be labeling their products if they contain genetically modified ingredients.
Budweiser & Coors Light Companies Agree to Post Ingredients Online
Brewing company Anheuser-Busch has agreed to publish all ingredients for their products online in an act of unprecedented transparency.
The Significance of Iodine and 7 Foods Rich in Iodine
Insufficient iodine levels can lead to thyroid problems, impossible weight loss, and susceptibility to radiation damage. Here are 7 foods rich in iodine.