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.
Research: Gold and Tea Outperform Chemo in Fighting Cancer
The latest research on the subject shines a light on just how powerful the combination of gold and tea can be in conquering cancer, and even the mainstream media is…
Guess How Many Calories Are in a Typical Fast Food Meal
Can you guess just how many calories that fast food restaurants like to put in their mass-consumed food? It is probably WAY more than you think.
5 Things That Happen if You Quit Sugar for Life
We certainly don’t need so much sugar. If you quit sugar for life and eat only naturally-occurring sugars, you’ll notice these 5 positive changes happen.
US Senator Joins Consumers in Outrage of FDA’s GM Salmon Approval
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, joins consumer groups in voicing concern over the newly approved genetically modified salmon.
5 Tips for a Healthful Thanksgiving Dinner
Using a handful of simple tips, you can indulge this Thanksgiving guilt-free. Here are 5 tips for a healthful, guilt-free Thanksgiving dinner.
Cancer Feeds on Fructose, America’s Number One Source of Calories
High-fructose corn syrup is the primary source of calories in the United States. In addition to containing mercury, a known carcinogen, cancer cells actually feed on high-fructose corn syrup after…