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.
Chipotle Announces Food Safety DNA Testing to Prevent Outbreaks
Chipotle shut down all of its restaurants for a few hours on Monday to talk to its employees via a broadcast about how it is revamping its food safety.
Migraines Could Be a Sign Your Body is Missing THIS
In an analysis of 7 previous studies, researchers found that young migraine sufferers are more likely to have vitamin deficiencies.
Baltimore, Other Big Cities Push for Warning Labels on Sugary Drinks
Next week, the Baltimore City Council will consider a bill that will require warning labels on sugary drinks similar to those found on tobacco products.
Diabetes Drugs Cost $35 Billion/Year: Why are we Using Tax Dollars to Buy 400,000 Tons of Sugar?
It should be alarming to know that diabetes drugs are costing us $35 billion a year while a great deal of money is being spent on diabetes-fueling sugar.
Why Eating Fats Really Doesn’t Make You Fat
Does eating fat really make you fat? Recent evidence shows that we have been told a big fat lie, and that eating fat does not cause weight gain or disease.
5 Foods For Better Digestion
If you are one of the millions suffering from digestive problems, incorporating probiotics, enzyme, minerals and fiber-rich foods could transform your health radically. Listed below are 5 fantastic foods that…