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.
At Long Last, Mandatory GMO Labels Are Coming to Food Packaging
The USDA has finally proposed a mandatory GMO labeling rule, but it comes with loopholes that could leave millions of Americans in the dark about what they’re eating.
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.
Consumer Group Sues General Mills over Cheerios Protein Claims
General Mills has been pulling one over on consumers when it comes to its nutritional claims about its new Protein Cheerios product, a lawsuit says.
‘Healthful’ Fruit Juice may Have more Sugar than Soda
A new study warns those who drink fruit juice—pointing out that juice contains as much if not more sugar than soda, and that neither are healthful options.
IRT’s Jeffrey Smith Appears on Daily Show; Warns Stewart of GMO Apples & Potatoes
The Daily show was the scene for Jeffrey Smith as he discussed the deep implications of new genetically engineered potatoes and apples biotech is releasing.
Benefits of Apples Help Ward Off Asthma and Hiccups
Everyone knows the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, and it really couldn’t be more true. Apples, like many other raw fruit, are compromised of so many…