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.
Huge: Spending Bill Forces FDA to Label the New GM Salmon
The Food and Drug Administration may be forced to finalize guidelines for the labeling of the recently-approved genetically modified (GM) salmon.
Coca-Cola’s Sugar-Laden Vitaminwater Targeted by Lawsuits for Misleading Claims
Coca-Cola claims its Vitaminwater is healthful, aiding in weight loss and promoting vision. But Vitaminwater is actually loaded with health-damaging sugar.
TTB to Review Alcohol Labeling: GMOs in Your Beer and Wine?
Beer, wine, and other alcoholic drinks are not required to be labeled, but this could change soon as GMO labeling laws come to light under state pressure.
Coconut Oil Hailed as ‘Miracle’ Dental Breakthrough, Deadly Bacteria Killer
Mainstream science has now fully recognized the ‘miracle’ powers of coconut oil to not only combat tooth decay and drastically improve overall mouth health, but also to specifically crush a…
5 Ways Watermelons can Boost Your Health
Despite its light fruit pulp and high water content, watermelon is actually a nutrient dense food. Check out the many health benefits of watermelon below.
5 Health Takeaways of Essential Spices in Your Diet
From turmeric to cloves, here are 5 health benefits of including essential spices in your diet that you must know about. Spice up your health.