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.
Are You Exposing Yourself to Toxic BPA?
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a widely used chemical substance. This chemical exists in nearly every plastic container, is used as lining for metal cans, and can even be found on…
‘Extreme Levels’ of Monsanto’s Roundup Found in GMO Food, Norwegian Study Shows
After analyzing levels of RoundUp in GMO soy, researchers found ‘extreme levels’ of toxic RoundUp on 70 percent of genetically engineered soy plants.
Kroger Sued for Misleading Consumers About Simple Truth ‘Natural’ Chicken
Kroger is in the middle of a lawsuit for making false claims about its Simple Truth Natural Chicken, saying it’s cage-free and raised in humane conditions.
Coca-Cola Caught Paying ‘Health Leaders’ to Say Soda is ‘Healthy Snack’
According to a report, many health writers, bloggers, and spokespeople are being compensated in order to push toxic soda onto the public as a health drink.
Chipotle Has Nearly Eliminated All GMO Ingredients
Chipotle has said since the beginning of the year that they have been transitioning to completely GMO-free. Now, that mission is almost a reality.
This Inexpensive Omega-3 Source can Protect Against Radiation
Another study reveals the radiation protective properties of flax seeds, and even shows how flax seeds can repair tissues after radiation exposure.