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.
Is Toxic Mercury in High Fructose Corn Syrup STILL a Problem in 2024?
Is mercury in high fructose corn syrup STILL a problem in 2023? Spoiler, I could not find any indication that anything has changed since 2008.
Bison is the Healthier Alternative to Beef and Consumers Love it
Beef is out and bison is in. Bison is grass-fed, contains fewer calories, and is a lean, delicious alternative everyone is turning to.
Eating 2-3 Peaches Daily Could Halt Breast Cancer Progression, a Study Finds
A new study indicates eating two to three peaches each day could slow the spread and progression of breast cancer in women.
Sad Environment: McDonald’s to Keep Dispensing 95 MILLION Plastic Straws EVERY Day
Less than 8% of McDonald’s shareholders voted in favor of banning plastic straws at the fast food company’s restaurants in late May 2018.
Yet More Evidence Chocolate Could Help with Weight Loss
A recent study indicates that not only could dark chocolate aid in weight loss, but it can prevent type 2 diabetes as well. Eat more (dark) chocolate!
Antibiotics, Gut Health Can Affect Behavior, Lead to Depression
Gut health, which includes the balance of bacteria within your gut, may play an integral role in your behavior and even your risk of depression or anxiety.