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.
Could Dark Chocolate Save Your Life?
Did you know that eating chocolate could help to prevent both stroke and heart disease – two leading causes of death in the United States?
Alarming Amounts of ADHD-Causing Artificial Colors Found in Kid-Popular Foods
A recent study found that many foods marketed to children, especially breakfast cereals, have some of the highest levels of ADHD-causing food coloring.
Black Tea Shown to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
Here is just one more reason to replace your unhealthy and sugar-laden beverages. A study recently published in the Archives of Internal Medicine has shown that black tea not only…
Study Says Diet Sodas Better than Water for Weight Loss – Could it be True?
A study funded by the American Beverage Association suggests diet soft drinks are even better than water when it comes to losing weight. Could it be true?
Chamomile Benefits: Growing Your Own Medicine
From combating stress to treating insomnia, chamomile benefits range far and wide. Here are over 10 benefits of chamomile as an herb and tea.
Turmeric for Parkinson’s – A Ray of Hope in Future Parkinson’s Disease Treatment
Could turmeric for Parkinson’s eventually be a solution? Researchers are studying the neuroprotective properties of turmeric and curcumin.