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.
Researchers Say This Diet Greatly Protects Against Disease
A new meta-analysis suggests that even high-fat Mediterranean diets reduce the risk of heart problems, stroke, diabetes, cancer, and other health problems.
Splenda Isn’t So Splendid: The Toxic Rumsfeld-Monsanto Link
There are numerous reasons to avoid potentially dangerous artificial sweeteners like Splenda and Aspartame. Here they are.
Processed Meats Skyrocket Your Risk of Cancer
A recent study conducted by Swedish researchers has shown a further link between processed meats such as sausage or bacon and an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. This kind of…
How Soybean Oil Consumption Ballooned by 1000x in 100 Years
In 1967. soybean growers and food manufacturers started growing a ‘cheap’ oil to sell. As a result, we now consume 1000 times more soybean oil today.
4 Solutions for Preserving Brain Health and Preventing Alzheimer’s
Simple dietary changes along with some physical activity are more than enough to prevent and even reverse these cognitive issues in many cases. Here are 4 solutions for Alzheimer’s disease.
Just a Handful of Bay Leaves Daily can Help with Diabetes
Some research has found that consuming bay leaves decreases risk factors for diabetes and cardiovascular disease, benefiting those with diabetes.