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.
6 Little Known Reasons to Eat Cantaloupe this Season
What is cantaloupe good for? Is it worth buying over other fruit? Learn how research points to the fruit as a means of boosting health naturally.
Coca-Cola’s Sugar-Laden Vitaminwater Targeted by Lawsuits for Misleading Claims
Coca-Cola claims its Vitaminwater is healthful, aiding in weight loss and promoting vision. But Vitaminwater is actually loaded with health-damaging sugar.
Study Finds Conventional Chicken to be Highly Contaminated with Arsenic
A recent study has found that chicken is highly contaminated with arsenic. Researchers found that conventional chicken is more contaminated than organic.
The Ultimate Paradox: The U.S. an Overfed and Malnourished Nation
Almost 40 percent of the U.S. is fat, yet is also nutritionally-starving to death. The truth is that the U.S.is over-fed and under-nourished.
Lab Sees 3400% Increase in Testing Food for Monsanto’s Toxic Glyphosate
Independent labs are being hit with waves of requests from small food companies, doctors, and more to test for traces of the herbicide glyphosate.
5 Immune-Boosting Ingredients for an Anti-Cancer Smoothie
Looking for a way to prevent inflammation and cancer. Time to use these 5 immune-boosting ingredients to make your own anti-cancer smoothie.